job requisition id
0118089
- 2 x full time continuing positions, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Physics
- Exciting opportunity to join the leading physics department in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research
- Base Salary Level B/C, $118,390 - $167,221 p.a + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The School of Physics at the University of Sydney is currently seeking applications from exceptional candidates for two Lecturers / Senior Lecturers in Physics to meet school’s teaching and research strategic objectives in theoretical quantum physics and theoretical optics and photonics. The two positions are outlined below.
Position 1 – Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in theoretical quantum physics
The successful applicant will establish a new research program in theoretical quantum science on topics that align with and complement the research directions currently pursued by the Quantum Science research group at Sydney, and in particular the Quantum Theory Group led by Professors Stephen Bartlett and Andrew Doherty.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- contribute to outstanding teaching and learning in Physics
- demonstrate research excellence, develop a program of original research either independently or as part of a team, and pursue external funding to support this research
- develop research collaborations within Australia and internationally, with other universities and industry
- participate in research student supervision at the undergraduate and postgraduate level
- develop your profile through conferences and contributing to the research community
- contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive research environment within the Quantum Science Research Group and the wider School
- contribute to engagement and service/administrative activities of the School of Physics and Faculty of Science
- contribute to and help shape the strategic goals of School and Faculty.
To learn more about the Quantum Science Group in the School of Physics, click
here. If you have questions about the research focus of this position, please contact Prof. Stephen Bartlett or Prof. Tara Murphy.
Position 2 – Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in theoretical optics and photonics
The successful applicant will establish a research program in theoretical optics and photonics. The focus will be either fundamental or applied aspects of frequency combs that fit within the research envelope of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS). This includes nonlinear optics, spectroscopy and microscopy, information and intelligence, sensing and measurement and astronomical applications of frequency combs.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- contribute to outstanding teaching and learning in Physics
- demonstrate research excellence, develop a program of original research either independently or as part of a team, and pursue external funding to support this research
- develop and maintain collaboration within the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS)
- participate in research student supervision at the undergraduate and postgraduate level;
- develop external research partnerships and engagement
- contribute to engagement and service/administrative activities of the School of Physics and Faculty of Science
- contribute to and help shape the strategic goals of School and Faculty and of COMBS.
To learn more about research in the School of Physics, click
here. If you have questions about the research focus of this position, please contact Prof Martijn de Sterke or Prof. Tara Murphy.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Physics who has:
- a PhD or other research doctorate in a relevant field
- a strong track record of research in quantum information theory or theoretical optics and photonics
- the skill to clearly express ideas and communicate within a team environment
- a capability to see the bigger picture, and have vision for the future development of your projects
- experience in university-level teaching, including lecturing or similar presentations
- demonstrated progress toward your own independent research program evidenced by original, high-quality, research, as evidenced by refereed publications in particular; a track record of external funding success is an advantage, especially at Level C. In accord with the international Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), journal impact factors will not be considered and should not be mentioned in your application
- demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to motivate junior members of your team
- evidence of developing capacity to contribute to governance, administration, and leadership in the higher education sector.
Candidates should indicate which level they wish to apply for; however, the selection panel reserves the right to make offers based on its appraisal of the candidate’s skills, experience, and knowledge.
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Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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