Research Assistant

Overview:

• Full-time, Fixed Term position for 12 months
• Salary Academic Level A4 + 17% Superannuation
• Based at the Melbourne CBD campus

About You

The Research Assistant will undertake research activities in line with the University's research strategy. It is expected that you will work with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience develop.

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Proven hands-on experience in embedded systems development, including microcontroller programming, firmware design, and integration with hardware platforms.
• Strong skills in both digital and analogue circuit design, from concept through to prototyping and validation.
• Experience with development boards and PCB design tools, including schematic capture, layout design, and preparing files for manufacture.
• Knowledge of FPGA development and hardware description languages such as SystemVerilog or VHDL, with experience in simulation, synthesis, and implementation considered highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality technical reports, design documentation, and project records to support engineering activities and ensure knowledge transfer.
• Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams, with strong problem-solving skills and the capacity to manage multiple project tasks from design through to testing and delivery.
• 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.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the College

The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields. We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.

STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff. We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems. Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College's inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community to achieve their potential. The College appointed Victoria's first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability 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 Prof. Sumeet Walia via email

Position Description - Research Assistant

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Applications Close:

7 Oct pm

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