Post Doctoral Research Fellow

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Work type:Academic
Location:Bruce
Categories:Research Only, Sport and Exercise Science

• Contribute to the development of body armour systems that better accommodate the needs and anthropometry of Australian soldiers
• Academic Level B, Salary Range $109,830 pa - $130,080 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, 2.5 years Fixed Term Opportunity

About Us:

Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 .

About the opportunity:

Join us on an extraordinary journey of innovation and impact. We are in search of a dynamic and highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to become an integral part of a collaborative project with the Defence Science and Technology Group, Department of Defence.

In this exciting opportunity, you will be at the forefront of an innovative product development project, where our focus is to enhance the fit, form and function of body armour systems for the Defence force.

As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will have a pivotal role in driving the project forward, as well as contributing to the research goals and culture within the Applied Biomechanics research theme, UCRISE. Your responsibilities will include:

• Driving research with a focus on women's health and biomechanics, particularly in the context of body armour design, development and evaluation.
• Collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team of experts within academia and industry, including biomechanists, ergonomists, and industrial designers.
• Supporting designers working on innovative solutions.
• Undertaking human factors evaluations of body armour systems
• Supporting real-time collaboration between academia and industry, ensuring that research findings translate into practical solutions for our defence.
• Driving existing research aligned with research strengths and strategies of Applied biomechanics (e.g., women’s health and performance biomechanics; women in sport)

The ideal candidate for this position should possess:

• A Ph.D. in a relevant field, with a background or strong interest in women's health, biomechanics, or women in sport
• Experience in conducting research that addresses the unique challenges and needs of women, particularly in the context of body armour design
• Strong analytical and research skills, with a track record of high-quality research outputs
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience working with three-dimensional scans and statistical shape modelling in computer aided design environments (highly desirable).

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

What we need from you: To be considered for this role all we want is your CV and a cover letter outlining why your expertise and experience make you suitable for this role, no other documentation is required.

SUBMIT your CV through the “Apply Now” tab.  We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

Working Rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Dr Celeste Coltman – Associate Professor, Sport and Exercise Science on 61 2 62012885 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 14th April 2024

Advertised:08 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:14 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time