
Research Assistant
4 days ago
Overview:
- Full Time, Fixed Term position for two years
- Salary Level Academic A + 17% Superannuation
- Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
About the role
As Research Assistant – Electronics Engineer, you will work as a part of a team within the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering on the development of photonic chip building blocks for spectral broadening and wavelength conversion of optical frequency combs.
The work will include designing, fabricating, testing and integrating nonlinear optical components that include dispersion engineering and periodic poling to convert pulses from a seed frequency comb into octave spanning frequency combs and the characterisation of these frequency combs in the electronic domain.
This project will work with the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS) is affiliated with a defence project in collaboration with The University of Adelaide.
To be successful in this position, you will have:
- Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and testing of electronic components and systems, including high voltage circuits, embedded control, or data acquisition platforms relevant to photonics and sensing technologies
- Previous experience with design, fabrication and characterisation of photonic integrated circuits in lithium niobate with particular expertise in periodic poling
- Previous experience with electronic instrumentation for experimental characterisation, including optical/electrical signal interfacing, high-speed measurements, and automated control systems
- Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links
- Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with higher degree by research candidates, staff and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Mandatory:
- Must have submitted a PhD or equivalent in relevant field
- This project will engage closely with Australian Defence and thus a trajectory towards Australian Citizenship is essential
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the Portfolio
The School of Engineering comprises a diverse range of disciplines: Aerospace Engineering & Aviation; Chemical & Environmental Engineering; Civil & Infrastructure Engineering; Electrical & Biomedical Engineering; Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering; Manufacturing, Materials & Mechatronic Engineering; Mechanical & Automotive Engineering.
As a top 100 university in the world for engineering (2015 QS Rankings by Faculty; Engineering and Technology), RMIT Engineering provides students with work-relevant education programs, access to excellent research facilities and opportunities to engage in creative real-world project work through robust relations with local and international industry leaders.
RMIT Engineering's education is based on innovation and creativity. Key discipline areas in the School of Engineering provide programs with flexible pathways to global careers or postgraduate research.
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To Apply
Please submit your CV, covering letter and response to the key selection criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Distinguished Professor Arnan Mitchell (Director, Micro Nano Research Facility) via email
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Position Description: Research Assistant – Electronics Engineer
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23 Oct pm
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