Lecturer in Experimental Particle Physics

(Level B) $114,645 - $136,136 p.a (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% superannuation (pension) applies.

A fulltime continuing position at Melbourne University Parkville Campus. After the completion of the Centre’s tenure, the focus of the position will be on suitable aspects of experimental particle physics.

This is an exceptional tenure track opportunity for an ambitious researcher to join the prestigious Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics and contribute to world-class research in experimental particle physics with emphasis on dark matter direct detection and beyond the standard model physics.

You will have the chance to collaborate closely with leading experts in the field and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries. With a focus on leading the Melbourne node's contributions to the dark matter detection program, SABRE underground experiment, R&D for future direct detection experiments, and involvement in prestigious projects such as the ATLAS program at CERN, this role offers a unique platform for advancing your career and making significant contributions to the field of particle physics. Join our dynamic team and be part of an exciting journey towards unraveling the mysteries of the universe.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • In collaboration with Senior Academic staff, conducting internationally competitive research, resulting in publications in high impact journals

  • Actively participating in research seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings in your area of expertise as opportunities arise

  • Contributing to teaching, training, scientific mentoring, and supervision of students, as well as effectively supervising junior research staff to facilitate the production of publications

  • Actively participating at School meetings and contributing to planning activities or committee work to support capacity building in the School/discipline

Who We Are Looking For
You are a highly motivated individual driven by the opportunity to build an academic research career trajectory. You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, allowing you to engage with professional bodies and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships. With a strong ability to work co-operatively in a multi-disciplinary team, you bring excellent organisational skills to meet deadlines and successfully complete research projects with limited supervision.

You will also have:

  • Completion of a PhD in physics in either dark matter detection, high energy physics, or Astro particle physics

  • Demonstrated research excellence, including relevant publications, in an area relevant to the experimental program of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Dark Matter Particle Physics

  • Demonstrated experience in the development of instrumentation for particle physics

  • Demonstrated ability to prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication

  • Demonstrated ability to engage with relevant professional and industry bodies and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships

This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

Work Rights
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

Be Yourself
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We encourage and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at hr-talent@unimelb.edu.au.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We recognise that reconciliation is central to our purpose. For more information, please visit our Reconciliation page.

For more information about the position please contact Professor Elisabetta Barberio on T: +61 3 8344 7072 E: barberio@unimelb.edu.au

View the position description on the Melbourne University website