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Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Fellow - Modelling, development and testing of new control al

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Global Academy Jobs
Location
Australia
Closing date
Oct 30, 2018

Job Details

School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering

Job reference number - 505136

 

With an excellent reputation for quality graduate training and research performance, the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering delivers a comprehensive range of programs in aerospace, materials, mechanical, mechatronic and mining engineering.

Boasting strong student enrolments in professionally accredited programs, combined with world-class researchers and facilities, we are focused on strengthening our position in the engineering community. We will develop global solutions to contemporary issues and mentor the leaders of tomorrow by attracting the brightest minds and fostering a truly innovative and collaborative work environment.

The School recognises and values equity and diversity, and encourages applications from any individual who meets the requirements of this position, regardless of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, age or other protected attributes. The School strives to provide an inclusive working environment, and along with the University, is committed to supporting staff with family and caring responsibilities by providing policies, programs and initiatives to help balance work and family responsibilities.

For more information about the School, please visit: http://www.mechmining.uq.edu.au/

 

The School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering is one of the largest Schools of this type in Australia with at least 75 full-time academic staff members who are widely published internationally and have extensive research backgrounds. The research team is actively involved in the prestigious Centre for Advanced Materials Processing and Manufacturing (AMPAM) and Cooperative Research Centre for Rail Manufacturing.

The Advanced Forming group, led by Professor Paul Meehan, is designing, developing and testing predictive simulation models and control algorithms for a novel advanced manufacturing process known as Incremental Sheet Forming (ISF). In particular, this large collaborative project will develop and validate various advanced simulation techniques to predict process forces and product shape. This will result in a rapid simulation software kernel for process prediction and optimisation. In addition, advanced model predictive feedback control will utilise validated models to represent and optimise process states to increase robustness and accuracy, thus enabling ISF as a commercially viable process. Research will be performed in collaboration with a global aerospace and defence industry partner. 

 

The role

The successful appointee will perform research and project management including modelling, development and testing of new control algorithms and/or processes. You will also report results to industry and academia in the area of advanced forming.

 

The person

Applicants should possess a PhD (or thesis submission) in mechanical or civil engineering or related field such as applied physics or mathematics. You should have a developed and highly-productive research career in the field of your PhD, with publications in high quality journals. Ability and willingness to supervise honours and RHD students and participate in the teaching of course work students. The ability to develop mathematical models for mechanics problems, Simulate mechanics phenomena using software tools, design and implement computer code for mechanical problems and prepare effective reports on designs, modelling, lab and field results. High level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and the capacity to work with multidisciplinary research teams.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion. Applications are particularly encouraged from women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University's Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

This role is a full-time position; however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

 

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment at Research Academic level A or B. The remuneration package will be in the range $64,533 - $87,535p.a. for Level A and $92,142 - $109,419 p.a. for Level B, plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $75,504 - $102,416 p.a. for Level A and $107,807 - $128,020p.a. for Level B).

 

Position Description -  505136 - Postdoctoral Research Fellow Research Fellow.pdf Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Paul Meehan on +61 7 336 54320 or meehan@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.

 

Closing date - 30th October 2018, 11pm eastern standard time.

 

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