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* Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 1 year (35-hour week)
* Location: Kensington, NSW
This Job is based in Australia
* Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed Term for 1 year (35-hour week)
* Remuneration: Level A, Step 6 ($113,911 + 17% Superannuation).
* Location: Kensington, NSW
Why The Role Matters
The Post-Doctoral Fellow is expected to contribute towards the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their particular field of research. The role of Post-Doctoral Fellow reports to Associate Professor Guangyao Si and has no direct reports.
Accountabilities
(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)
* Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area of mining equipment development and safety technologies.
* Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
* Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities.
* Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
* Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
* Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
* Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
Skills And Experience
(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)
* A PhD in Mining/Safety/Mechanical Engineering or related areas.
* Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
* Demonstrated capability in mining equipment/product design, development, and testing, with experience in mechanical systems, industrial product development, or safety-related technologies.
* Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
* Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
* Background in industrial design or product development is desirable, and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students. Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Chinese and English are preferred, with experience in communicating with research partners in China.
Benefits And Culture
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.
Our Benefits Include
* Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
* Career development opportunities
* 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
* Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
* Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)
For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
How To Apply
Please submit a document (max 3 pages) addressing how you meet the requirements of this position, together with your CV, and complete your application online before 11:30pm AEDT on Friday 19th September 2025.
Get In Touch
For role-related queries, please contact Bindya Subba (School Manager) at b.subba@unsw.edu.au
For recruitment-related queries, please contact Allyssar Hamoud (Talent Acquisition) at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au
Please only apply through the application portal and not via the contacts above.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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