Postdoctoral Research Associate In Computational Modelling And Design

The University of Sydney

Darlington, New South Wales, Australia
Base: $109,263 - $121,054 py pro rata; bonus/equit...
Part-time, 0.5 fte
Phd in mechanical or computational engineering
Experience with transient simulation
Solid and fluid mechanics foundation
The University of Sydney is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Modelling and Design, focusing on structural optimization and computational algorithms. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary research team over a two-year fixed term, based in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering

Job Summary

  • The position offers a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment within Australia's leading engineering school.
  • The successful candidate will develop computational algorithms for time-dependent structural optimization with transient simulations.
  • Candidates must have unrestricted work rights in Australia as visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

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The University of Sydney is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Modelling and Design, focusing on structural optimization and computational algorithms. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary research team over a two-year fixed term, based in the School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering.

Salary

Base: $109,263 - $121,054 p.a. pro rata; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Mechanical or Computational Engineering
  • Experience with transient simulation
  • Solid and fluid mechanics foundation
  • Additive manufacturing experience
  • AI-informed simulation knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative international team environment
  • Strong publication record
  • Interdisciplinary research approach

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted Australian work rights required
  • PhD in related engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated transient simulation experience

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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