UNSW Sydney 
Sydney, Australia Angebotszusammenfassung
UNSW Sydney is recruiting a full‑time Research Associate in Physics for an 18‑month fixed‑term contract in Sydney, Australia. The role supports an ARC Discovery Project focused on integrating plasmonic nano‑tweezers with quantum sensing using near‑surface nitrogen‑vacancy centres. Responsibilities include nanofabrication, optical instrumentation design, optical modelling, and biological assays to measure magnetic responses of trapped objects. Candidates should hold a PhD or equivalent experience, have expertise in nanophotonics, custom optical instrumentation, and a strong publication record. The salary ranges from $118,000 to $126,000 plus superannuation and annual leave loading.
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Projektbeschreibung
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
The School of Physics is one of the leading Physics schools in Australia. It offers a world class undergraduate physics degree, as well as a postgraduate PhD research program for over 50 students. 33 academic staff conduct theoretical and experimental research in quantum physics, astrophysics, fundamental physics; and condensed matter physics. UNSW is an international leader in quantum computing research and hosts the ARC Centre for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology.
This position supports an ARC Discovery Project, working in collaboration with groups at the University of Melbourne, to develop strategies for the integration of plasmonic nano-tweezers with quantum sensing using near-surface nitrogen-vacancy defect centres. The project is largely experimental in nature and will include elements of nanofabrication, optical instrumentation design, and optical modelling.
THIS ROLE IS LOCATED IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA.
About the role
Specific responsibilities for this role include:
About the successful applicant
To be successful in this role you will have:
You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.
Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.
Contact:
Peter Reece
E:p.reece@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: October 26th, 2026
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