Research Fellow in Ultrafast Science of Graphene Thermoradiative Devices

2 days ago

Clayton South, Victoria, Australia Monash University Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to join the Faculty of Science and School of Physics and Astronomy to study ultrafast light-matter interactions in graphene metamaterials, with the aim of developing efficient thermoradiative devices for harvesting energy from the cold night sky.

The Research Fellow will work with Professor Michael Fuhrer FAA and Professor Stefan Maier (Head of School) using ultrafast laser spectroscopy in the visible, mid-infrared, and terahertz, to understand the mechanisms of light absorption and thermalization in graphene metamaterials. The Research Fellow will work closely with a team of researchers to design and simulate graphene metamaterials for strong light-matter interactions in the mid-infrared, fabricate structures at the Melbourne Centre for Nanofabrication, and measure their optical and electrical properties.

The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Materials Engineering, or a closely related field. Research experience in ultrafast science is essential. Experience in at least one of the following would be highly regarded: (i) metamaterials design and/or fabrication, (ii) graphene and/or other 2D materials fabrication and measurement, and/or (iii) electronic and/or optoelectronic device measurements.

If you would like to join us in pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and contributing to the advancement of nanoscience through innovative electromagnetic field mapping techniques then apply today

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To Apply

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Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr- in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Michael Fuhrer, School of Physics and Astronomy,

Position Descriptions:

Research Fellow - Level A

Research Fellow - Level B

Applications Close: Monday 29 September 2025, 11:55pm AEST

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