Research Fellow in Advanced Photovoltaics Full-time

Research Fellow In Advanced Photovoltaics

Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term (24 months) Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology School: Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering Salary: Level A: AUD $87,266 – $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super

Working closely with Associate Professor James Bullock, you will lead experimental research into high-efficiency silicon solar cell architectures and advanced spectral conversion concepts. You will design, fabricate and characterise devices, generating high-impact publications and conference presentations. You will join a collaborative, high-performing research team.

What you will deliver:

• Plan and execute experimental research on silicon solar cells and spectral down-conversion and downshifting concepts.
• Design, fabricate and characterise photovoltaic devices using industrially relevant processes and advanced measurement techniques.
• Develop and use modelling tools and data analysis to interpret device performance and guide optimisation strategies.
• Prepare high-quality manuscripts, reports and funding proposals, and present outcomes at leading national and international forums.
• Supervise graduate researchers, contribute to departmental seminars, and support laboratory operations and outreach activities.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrate hands-on expertise in fabrication and characterisation of photovoltaic or related optoelectronic devices.
• Use device modelling and quantitative data analysis to complement experimental work on solar cells.
• Have a strong track record of high-quality, prominently authored publications in respected journals or conferences.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly through scientific writing, seminars and presentations.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary research teams and contribute to supervision of graduate students or assistants.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team You will join the School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, a world-class hub for innovation in electronic and photonic systems. The School combines strong industry linkages, international partnerships and a substantial cohort of research students to tackle society's biggest engineering challenges. You will be part of a diverse, inclusive and forward-looking community that supports your development as an independent researcher while driving impactful, highly cited photovoltaic research.

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• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').