Research Fellow in Electromagnetic Field Mapping via Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy
Job No.: 682389
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3-year fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $83,280 - $113,025 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
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to join the Faculty of Science and School of Physics and Astronomy to develop methods to map and measure electromagnetic fields inside materials via scanning transmission electron microscopy.
The Research Fellow will work with Associate Professor Scott Findlay to develop new theoretical and computational tools for quantifying electromagnetic field distributions down to the fundamental atomic scale. The project will build on recent developments in inverse scattering methods, including ptychography, and may utilise iterative algorithms, machine learning and high-performance computing. Through the Monash Centre for Electron Microscopy, opportunities exist to acquire large experimental datasets using fast-readout electron detectors to validate the methods developed.
The successful candidate will have a PhD in Physics, Materials Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field. Research experience in at least one of the following would be highly regarded: (i) the theory and simulation of scattering, diffraction and imaging with high energy electrons or X-rays; (ii) solving inverse scattering problems, such as phase retrieval or ptychography; and/or (iii) aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscope data acquisition and analysis.
If you would like to join us in pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery and contributing to the advancement of nanoscience through innovative electromagnetic field mapping techniques then apply today!
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To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
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: Associate Professor Scott Findlay, School of Physics and Astronomy, scott.findlay@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Wednesday 13 August 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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