Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The School of Mathematics and Physics 

The discipline of Physics is located within the School of Mathematics and Physics in the Faculty of Science. The Discipline is internationally recognised for its research excellence and hosts a number of first-class research centres. Details of the research interests of academic staff may be accessed on the School's website at http://www.smp.uq.edu.au/

The School of Mathematics and Physics leads the ARC Centre of Excellence for Engineered Quantum Systems and are a node of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computing and Communication Technology. The quantum gases research group at the University of Queensland spans both theory and experiment.

The role

This position is associated with the research grant "Nonequilibrium states of polariton superfluids' awarded to Professor Matthew Davis. The project involves the performance of theoretical research to engineer and study novel nonequilibrium states of polariton-exciton and atomic superfluids.  The successful candidate will work with experimental collaborators including the polaritonics research group at the Australian National University, and colleagues at The University of Queensland. 

The person

Applicants should possess or be in the process of completing a PhD qualification or equivalent in the area of theoretical quantum physics or condensed matter physics and be able to demonstrate their knowledge and capacity for research in theoretical quantum physics. Good written and verbal communicate skills are essential as you will be required to write research reports and work with research teams both within The University of Queensland and in external research environments.

The University of Queensland is a family-friendly workplace and offers a number of flexible work options to help staff balance their responsibilities at work and at home. Further information can be found here.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for two years (with possible extension subject to funding) at Academic level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $62,653 - $84,985 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $73,305 - $99,433 p.a.).

Position Description

Position Description - Postdoctoral Research Fellow.pdf

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Matthew Davis on +61 7 3346 9824 or m.davis@physics.uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

For information on completing the application process click here.

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