Research Associate - Energy Management & AI

About the role

The Research Associate will be involved in conducting the technical tasks of the project under the direction of the project’s UNSW lead. The role involves research activity in multidisciplinary settings requiring strong artificial intelligence, electrical engineering, power systems programming, and scientific writing skills. The Research Associate will contribute to the development of research results and their publication in international journals or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical tasks related to the project
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Develop and publish research results

Requirements

• PhD in Data Analytics, Energy Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Optimisation, Computer Science, or a similar discipline
• Demonstrated strong performance in research in areas such as autonomous systems, autopilots, swarm and robotics
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to complete tasks within agreed time frames

Qualifications

• Strong background in artificial intelligence, electrical engineering, and power systems programming
• Proven track record in research and innovation
• Effective communication skills for team collaboration
• Experience in multidisciplinary research environments

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in scientific writing and publication

Benefits

• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture initiatives

Pay

Level A from $118,467 plus 17% super

Schedule

Full-time, 35 hours per week