Overview:
Full-time or Part-time (Negotiable 0.5 -1.0 FTE), Fixed Term for 6 months (with a possible contract extension) Salary Academic Level A ($76,880 -$104,280 p.a.) or B ($109,770 - $130,355 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About the Role
Are you passionate about space exploration and plant biology? As part of the ALEPH project, funded by the Australian Space Agency's prestigious Moon-to-Mars initiative, you will play a crucial role in demonstrating the success of a groundbreaking spaceflight mission focused on plant biology. This project offers the unique opportunity to contribute to space science while advancing your career in a globally recognised research environment.
As a Research Assistant/Fellow, you will conduct independent or collaborative research that will make a meaningful contribution to your area of expertise and gain recognition for advancing knowledge within your discipline at an emerging level.
As a Research Assistant/Fellow, you'll have the opportunity to:
Drive and execute high-quality research projects that align with RMIT's strategic focus areas.
Build and strengthen research collaborations across RMIT and with external partners, both locally and nationally.
Showcase your expertise by contributing to the success of high-profile research projects, attracting external funding, and publishing impactful results.
This is your chance to be part of a collaborative team, working on research that could shape the future of spaceflight and plant biology.
To be successful in this position, you'll meet the following Key Selection Criteria: Proven experience in designing, developing, and testing electronic circuits and systems, with a strong understanding of digital electronics and power systems (switch-mode converters). Experience with high-reliability components is an advantage.
Experience in managing supplier relationships, obtaining and evaluating quotes, and assessing and managing lead times for electronic components. Ability to source and recommend alternative components when necessary, ensuring project timelines and specifications are met.
Understanding of quality assurance.
Strong skills in writing detailed component selection reports and other technical documentation, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and the ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Hands-on experience with testing electronic circuits using instrumentation such as multimeters, logic probes, oscilloscopes, and debugging tools for embedded systems. Experience in developing and running software for automated testing is highly advantageous.
Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications.
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.
Qualifications: Appointment to Level A: Qualification in the relevant discipline area preferably at postgraduate level.
Appointment to Level B: PhD or equivalent in relevant field.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria 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 Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email ****** Position Description – Research Assistant/Fellow
Applications Close: 26 Sept 2024 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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