
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
1 week ago
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our world-class research team at the Centre for Astrophysics and Supercomputing (CAS) at Swinburne University of Technology. This 3-year position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research in galaxy formation and evolution, with a focus on the origins of Dark Galaxies, Ultra Diffuse Galaxies (UDGs) and extreme low-mass galaxies in a range of environments. Opportunities will be available to supervise postgraduate students and to conduct independent research.
In this role, you will collaborate with Professors Duncan Forbes, Jean Brodie, and Warrick Couch, contributing to ARC-funded research to support the project to better understand extreme galaxy formation and evolution.
**About You**
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
- Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
- Demonstrated experience in relevant astronomical analysis projects.
- A strong track record of publications in astronomical journals.
- Ability to work successfully as part of a team.
- Experience with optical integral field unit data is desirable.
**Qualifications**
- A PhD in Astronomy or relevant field.
**About CAS**
CAS is one of Australia's largest astronomy research centres, with 25 academic staff, 20 postdoctoral researchers and 40 PhD students. Swinburne astronomers have institutional access to the Keck telescopes (20 nights/year), and a 10-year partnership with ESO. CAS also hosts a GPU-based Supercomputer. Melbourne is a cosmopolitan city with a mild climate and many cultural and sporting events. CAS is located in the diverse inner suburb of Hawthorn with excellent public transport connections.
**About Swinburne University of Technology**
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university - one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.
**To Apply**
To be considered for this position, please submit the following:
- CV
- Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability
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**Applications Close: Monday, 31 March 2025 at 5pm.**
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
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