Research Fellow – Aerosol and spray research Full-time NEW

Research Fellow – Aerosol and Spray Research

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is seeking a motivated Research Fellow (Level A) to join an international team on an Australian Research Council Linkage Project focused on inhaled drug delivery and fluid dynamics. This research-only role offers the opportunity to contribute to the University's research while developing expertise through defined projects in engineering and fluid dynamics.

The successful candidate will manage advanced aerosol and spray research facilities within the Multiphase Flow Laboratory and oversee data collection, software development, data analysis, and numerical modelling. They will also contribute to publications and presentations, collaborate on joint research outputs, present at conferences, and co-supervise undergraduate students.

Applicants should have experience working in a research laboratory setting, and expertise in engineering numerical modelling and simulation.

If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and interests, we encourage you to apply.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

Monash University invites applications from candidates who can demonstrate valid and current Australian work rights. To apply, please submit your resume along with a document addressing your experience in the four key areas outlined under the Key Selection Criteria in the position description.

• A doctoral qualification in the relevant discipline area
• Demonstrated analytical and manuscript preparation skills; including a track record of refereed research publications
• Substantial experience working in a research laboratory in the field of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, or electrical engineering
• Demonstrated expertise in Engineering numerical modelling and simulation. Experience in computational fluid dynamics

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-recruitment@monash.edu 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: Dr. Daniel Duke, Senior Lecturer, Department Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, daniel.duke@monash.edu

Position Description: Research Fellow

Applications Close: Sunday 31 May 2026, 11:55pm AEDT