CSIRO Postdoctoral Fellowship in Relativistic Quantum Thermodynamics and Thermometry

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• Do you have a PhD in the area of quantum physics?
• Do you want to conduct innovative research with a leading research organisation?
• Join CSIRO – Australia’s leading scientific research organisation!

CSIRO Early Research Career (CERC) Postdoctoral Fellowships provide opportunities to scientists and engineers who have completed their doctorate and have less than three years of relevant postdoctoral work experience. These fellowships aim to develop the next generation of future leaders of the innovation system.

In this position you will undertake research in relativistic quantum thermodynamics. This includes developing fundamental theories on quantum thermometry and the theoretical framework necessary to construct quantum thermometers with flux qubits.

Original research in related topics will also be supported. 

• Carry out innovative, impactful research of strategic importance to CSIRO that will, where possible, lead to novel and important scientific outcomes. 
• Recognise and exploit opportunities for innovation and the generation of new theoretical perspectives, and progress opportunities for the further development or creation of new lines of research.
• Utilise design thinking methodology to plan and prepare research proposals, and apply non-academic impact methodology to research projects.
• Carry out research investigations requiring originality, creativity and innovation.
• Record, manage, and analyse data/information using relevant domain data science techniques.

Location:  Clayton, Victoria

Salary:  AU$92k - AU$101k plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure:  Specified term of 3 years

Reference:  95423

• A doctorate (or will shortly satisfy the requirements of a PhD) in the area of quantum physics. Please note: To be eligible for this role you must have no more than 3 years (full-time equivalent) of postdoctoral research experience.
• Experience in one or some of the following areas: relativistic quantum mechanics, quantum thermodynamics, general relativity, quantum information theory, quantum computing, quantum thermometry, atom-cavity physics, quantum electrodynamics.
• High level written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent the research team effectively internally and externally, including the presentation of research outcomes at national and international conferences.
• A sound history of publication in peer reviewed journals and/or authorship of scientific papers, reports, grant applications or patents.
• A record of science innovation and creativity, including the ability & willingness to incorporate novel ideas and approaches into scientific investigations.

For full details about this role please view the Position Description

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

28 February 2024, 11:00pm AEDT