Postdoctoral Research Associate in Aerospace

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Postdoctoral Research Associate in Aerospace. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Full-time fixed term for 4 years
• Be valued for your exceptional knowledge and experience in research excellence
• $92K-98K Base Salary p.a. and generous employer’s contribution to superannuation

Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Reference No. 1374/0718F

About the opportunity
A Postdoctoral research position is available at the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, the University of Sydney, working for the ARC Industry Transformation Training Centre for CubeSats, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, and their Applications. The Training Centre aims to 1) train the next generation of workers in cutting edge advanced manufacturing, entrepreneurship, and commercial space and unmanned aerial vehicle applications; 2) develop new instruments, technology and products to solve crucial problems; and 3) develop a world-class Australian industry in CubeSats, UAVs, and related products. 

We are seeking for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to study dynamic performance of aerospace vehicle, control and integration of aerospace devices. In particular, we are seeking candidates with a strong research track record in the either the development of small satellites (e.g., micro- or nano-satellites) or of UAVs and one or more of orbital mechanics, satellite systems design, or payload, guidance, navigation and control, communications, or power management for small satellites and/or UAVs. 

This position reports to Dr Xiaofeng Wu and A/Professor KC Wong in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, and Prof. Iver Cairns, the Director for the Training Centre. The Postdoctoral Fellow will collaborate with other researchers and liaise with research, administrative and academic staff of the University as well as with partner institutions and industry partners associated with the ITTC. Successful candidates will be expected to independently conduct research on Centre projects and co-supervise research students.


About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance in recruiting talent aligned to these values in the pursuit of research excellence. We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Aerospace Engineering for ARC Training Centre for CubeSats, UAVs, and their Applications who has:

• A PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Space Engineering, Applied Physics, or Space Physics
• Demonstrated high level skills in experimental hardware development and testing, software development, and/or numerical simulation for aerospace and aeronautical engineering
• Demonstrated success in the publication of high-impact work in internationally recognised, peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision, in the completion of work tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Applications should directly address the position’s essential and desirable criteria, as well as provide a detailed resume, a publications list, and the names and addresses of two references. Applicants must also provide half a page to one page proposal that outlines a vision for the research you would like to lead, relating this to Centre projects and describing anticipated project outcomes. 

The position is full-time fixed term for four years, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.


About us
Since our inception 160 years ago, the University of Sydney has led the research and teaching to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to diversity and inclusion, and underpin our long-term strategy for growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. Across 9 campuses, we employ over 7600 academic and non-academic staff who support over 60,000 students.

We are undergoing significant transformative change which brings opportunity for innovation, progressive thinking, breaking with convention, challenging the status quo, and improving the world around us.   For more information on the position and University, please view the candidate information pack available from the job’s listing on the University of Sydney careers website.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number 1374/0718F to apply.  

Closing date: Sunday, 19 August 2018 (11.30pm Sydney time) 

The University of Sydney is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 

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