Research Fellow in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
Job No.: 678798
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3-year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
Monash University is seeking an outstanding and motivated Research Fellow to join the School of Physics and Astronomy. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to leading-edge research in theoretical condensed matter physics, with a strong focus on correlated quantum phenomena the following areas:
- Ultracold atomic gases
- Light-matter systems
As a Research Fellow, you will conduct independent and collaborative research, publish in high-impact journals, and present findings at major international conferences and workshops. You will also mentor and support PhD and honours students within a dynamic and research-intensive environment.
The successful candidate must hold a PhD in theoretical condensed matter physics, or a closely related field.
If you have a passion for theoretical physics, particularly quantum physics, a strong publication track record, and a drive to contribute to cutting-edge research, we encourage you to apply.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Meera Parish, Meera.Parish@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Tuesday 17 June 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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