Field of Interest:astro-phys, gr-qc
Deadline: 2017-03-06
Region: Australasia
Job description:
The University of Adelaide is part of the recently announced Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav). We seek to appoint a Research Associate to undertake research into the development of high-power continuous-wave lasers with wavelengths of ca. 2 micron for next-generation gravitational wave detectors. Initial research will focus on fiber-based master oscillator power amplifier (MOPA) systems and the development of diagnostics for high-precision characterization of their noise and stability.
Salary: (Level A) \$63,975 to \$86,820 per annum
Superannuation: An employer contribution of 17% may apply
Term of position: This fixed-term contract is available for three years with a possible one year extension
Position Requirements
To be successful you should have:
1.PhD (or thesis submitted) or equivalent experience in experimental optical or laser physics, photonics, optics, optical engineering and/or optical sensing.
2.A commitment to research excellence
3.Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting
4.Excellent verbal and written communication skills
5.Excellent organisational and time management skills
Please address and upload your responses to the selection criteria within the online application. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Professor Peter Veitch, telephone: +61 8 8313 5040 or email: peter.veitch@adelaide.edu.au.
More Information:http://careers.adelaide.edu.au/cw/en/job/495664/arc-research-associate
Deadline: 2017-03-06
Region: Australasia
Job description:
The University of Adelaide is part of the recently announced Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav). We seek to appoint a Research Associate to undertake research into the development of high-power continuous-wave lasers with wavelengths of ca. 2 micron for next-generation gravitational wave detectors. Initial research will focus on fiber-based master oscillator power amplifier (MOPA) systems and the development of diagnostics for high-precision characterization of their noise and stability.
Salary: (Level A) \$63,975 to \$86,820 per annum
Superannuation: An employer contribution of 17% may apply
Term of position: This fixed-term contract is available for three years with a possible one year extension
Position Requirements
To be successful you should have:
1.PhD (or thesis submitted) or equivalent experience in experimental optical or laser physics, photonics, optics, optical engineering and/or optical sensing.
2.A commitment to research excellence
3.Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting
4.Excellent verbal and written communication skills
5.Excellent organisational and time management skills
Please address and upload your responses to the selection criteria within the online application. If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Professor Peter Veitch, telephone: +61 8 8313 5040 or email: peter.veitch@adelaide.edu.au.
More Information:http://careers.adelaide.edu.au/cw/en/job/495664/arc-research-associate