At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct groundbreaking research in Adaptive Optics for major telescopes and collaborate with global experts.
- Company: Join ANU, a leading institution in astronomy and astrophysics with a rich history.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 17% superannuation, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic research environment with strong focus on collaboration and student engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in astronomical research and contribute to innovative instrumentation development.
- Qualifications: PhD in physics, astronomy, or engineering with expertise in adaptive optics.
The predicted salary is between 91546 - 141317 $ per year.
Classification: Academic Level A or Level B. Salary package: $91,546 - $141,317 per annum plus 17% superannuation. Term: Full-time, Fixed term (up to 3 years).
The Position: Undertake research and instrumentation development in Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics, with a particular focus on the ULTIMATE Ground Layer Adaptive Optics (GLAO) system for the Subaru Telescope and the Laser Tomography Adaptive Optics (LTAO) system for the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT). Contribute to the design, development, integration and testing of advanced Adaptive Optics instrumentation, working collaboratively with researchers and engineers at ANU and with national and international partners. Your activities will include independent and collaborative research, publication and dissemination of results, instrumentation development, student supervision and outreach. You will also have opportunities to contribute to the development of new research directions and external funding.
The Person: The successful candidate will have a PhD in physics, astronomy, engineering or a related discipline and demonstrated expertise relevant to adaptive optics and instrumentation development, such as Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics, wavefront sensing or real-time computing. They will also have a strong record of research demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and collaboration. We highly value experience in the design, development, fielding or operation of adaptive optics systems on large astronomical telescopes, as well as knowledge of project management and systems engineering. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and collaborative team member, able to work across disciplinary and institutional boundaries, contribute to student supervision and engage with the broader research community.
The School: The Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics (RSAA) is a world-leading centre for astronomical research and education at ANU, based at the historic Mount Stromlo Observatory in Canberra. RSAA conducts research spanning the breadth of astronomy and astrophysics, supported by world-class facilities, international collaborations and a strong focus on research-led education. The School has a long-standing strength in astronomical instrumentation, with the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre (AITC) providing a unique environment for the design, development, manufacture, assembly, integration and testing of advanced instruments for ground-based astronomy and space science.
The AITC is a national facility established in 2006 and has developed into one of Australia's leading centres for astronomical and space instrumentation. Its multidisciplinary teams combine expertise in optics, mechanics, electronics, detectors, controls, software, astronomy and space technologies to deliver innovative instrumentation for major international observatories and space missions. The Centre also supports industry and government partnerships and provides advanced facilities for research, development, testing and training.
The College: The ANU College of Science and Medicine encompasses the disciplines of: Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Medical Research, Medicine, Physics and Psychology and is also home to a number of cross-disciplinary and specialist Institutes and Centres. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science and Medicine conduct research and deliver a research-led education program that encompasses the breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities.
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities. The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Fellow in Canberra employer: Australian National University
The Australian National University (ANU) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the field of collections management. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, ANU provides employees with ample opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside a competitive salary package and generous superannuation benefits. Located in the vibrant Acton ACT, working at ANU means being part of a prestigious institution dedicated to excellence in research and education, while also contributing to meaningful initiatives that support cultural heritage.
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