Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 24 months
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering
Salary: Level A $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super

The role focuses on independent research in combustion of renewable fuels under conditions relevant to gas turbines and reciprocating engines, with collaboration opportunities with top research institutions such as CERFACS (European Centre for Research and Advanced Training in Scientific Computing) and leading gas turbine manufacturers such as Siemens Energy
Cutting-edge research using advanced simulations and unique experimental setups at a top university.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role
Join the University of Melbourne's dynamic research community as a Researcher focused on advanced combustion simulations for gas turbines and reciprocating engines. This position offers the opportunity to lead independent research using cutting-edge High-Performance Computing (HPC), Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS), Large Eddy Simulations (LES), and a novel experimental setup developed at the University. As part of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, you will contribute to both research and teaching, enhancing the department's renowned expertise in energy technologies.

Your responsibilities will include:

Contributing to teaching, training, scientific mentoring and supervision of students
Supervising junior research staff in the appointee's area of expertise
Conducting lectures, tutorials, mark and undertake laboratory duties as required by the Department.

Qualifications
Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to driving innovation in energy technologies. The ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment is essential.

You will also have:

A PhD in Mechanical, Chemical or Aerospace Engineering, or closely related discipline; with no more than 5 years of experience post-PhD
A record of quality research as evidenced by publications in leading journals and at conferences commensurate with opportunity
Ability to perform independent research and a commitment to interdisciplinary research
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

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For further details on how to apply, please refer to the following website:
https://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/918697