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Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral Fellow in Carbon Materials Science (Level A)
Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia Employer: University of New South Wales (UNSW) Role Type: Full-time Job Number: 540923
About the University and Role
Australia’s leading research and teaching university, UNSW is renowned for its vibrant campus culture, commitment to inclusion, and opportunities to drive meaningful impact through collaborative work.
The School of Materials Science and Engineering is one of Australia’s top-ranked programs in the Asia-Pacific region, specialising in materials science and engineering. The school delivers undergraduate programs in Materials Science & Engineering (Honours), as well as combined degrees in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Commerce.
This Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A) will contribute to cutting-edge carbon materials research, specifically:
- Developing novel graphene-based nanostructures
- Optimising materials for clean energy and sustainable chemical manufacturing
- Supporting UNSW’s faculty in advancing carbon material applications.
Salary & Conditions
- Salary: $113,000 – $121,000 AUD (including 17% superannuation + annual leave loading)
- Employment Type: Fixed-term (2 years)
- Hours: Full-time (35 hours/week)
Key Responsibilities
✅ Research Leadership & Collaboration
- Conduct or lead independent research projects, enhancing scholarly output in the field of carbon materials.
- Collaborate with research teams to generate peer-recognised research results.
- Guide or assist the synthesis and functionalisation of graphene/graphene-oxide materials, ensuring optimum morphology, defect control, and interlayer spacing for:
- Enhanced mass transport
- Superior energy-storage performance
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✅ Experimental Methods & Characterisation
- Perform advanced in-situ and operando techniques, including:
- EC-TEM (Electrochemical Transmission Electron Microscopy)
- Synchrotron XANES/EXAFS spectroscopy
- Raman, FTIR, and XPS analysis to study carbon-based materials
- Implement electrochemical testing protocols:
- Cyclic voltammetry (CV)
- Galvanostatic charge–discharge (GCD)
- Impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
- Analyse data and document findings for scholarly publications.
✅ Outreach & Mentorship
- Present at conferences or workshops relevant to graphene andenergy storage research.
- Offer research support to honours and HDR (Higher Degree Research) students.
✅ Compliance & Safety
- Adhere to UNSW’s Code of Conduct, values, and all health/safety policies.
Selection Criteria
To qualify for this exciting opportunity, the successful applicant must:
🔹 Technical Expertise
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field, with partial or full expertise in carbon nanomaterials.
- Proven ability to stay updated on advances in graphene/rGO synthesis and functionalisation.
- Strong background in mass transport through carbon materials, including applications in:
- Membrane separation
- Nanofluidics
- Experience evaluating electrochemical performance via CV, GCD, and EIS (forenergy storage applications).
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🔹 Research Excellence
- Demonstrated self-driven scientific research, featuring high-quality peers-reviewed publications.
- Skill in gathering, processing, and reporting data using appropriate research methods.
🔹 Educational & Inter-personal Skills
- Record of mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Ability to collaborate across disciplines and partner with industry.
🔹 UNSW Commitment
- Alignment with UNSW’s values, policies, and health/safety protocols.
- Commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equity in academic environments.
How to Apply
Application Process
- Applications must be submitted via the UNSW [online portal] (emails sent directly to the contact will not be considered).
Contact
- Rakesh Joshi (r.joshi@unsw.edu.au)
- Applications close: 15 July 2026.
Additional Information
- For further explore career opportunities at UNSW: www.unsw.edu.au/jobs
UNSW Diversity and Inclusion
UNSW aspires to be the leading Australian university for researchers and employees from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to:
- Equity and inclusion in recruitment, retention, and promotion.
- Supporting staff through:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Carer support programs (childcare, parental leave, lactation rooms)
We encourage applications from all eligible candidates.
Advertised: 17 June 2026 Applications close: 15 July 2026
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