Research Associate in Low-Speed Aerodynamics, UNSW Canberra

Employment type:   Fixed-term contract, full-time 35 hours per week
Duration: 18 months
Remuneration: Level A, step 6 $ 110,059 plus 17% super

Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters
Our Research Associate will conduct research to improve our understanding of the effects of freestream perturbations such as gusts on wings and develop effective mitigation strategies. The investigation will consist of experiments, simulations and analytical modelling. A variety of flow measurement techniques (PIV, dye visualization, etc), analytical modelling and simulations will be applied depending on the project requirements.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

• A PhD in a related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

To be successful you will hold Australian Working Rights. UNSW is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Please apply via our online recruitment system.
In your application, please include:

• your CV
• a 2-page cover letter addressing the skills and experience outlined in the Position Description.

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Applications close: Sunday 12 January 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Get in Touch

To discuss the position please contact: fangbao.tian@unsw.edu.au

Queries regarding applications - please contact:               h.whale@unsw.edu.au  

(for job related queries only – applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed)

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UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.