Research Associate – School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (UNSW Kensington)

About the role

This project aims to develop an innovative scaled boundary framework leveraging modern computer facilities for dynamic nonlinear analysis of large-scale structures, integrating modern digital technologies for geometric modelling with computational mechanics to produce a robust, fully automated, highly efficient simulation tool. The Research Associate reports to Professor Chongmin Song and has no direct reports. The position is based in Kensington – Sydney, Australia.

Skills

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Previous experience on developing numerical methods as evidenced by journal publications.
• Strong ability and skills in computer programming as demonstrated by PhD research and refereed journal publications.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.

Pay

Salary, Level A - $95,036 - $126,711 per annum + 17% superannuation

Schedule

Full Time: 35 hours per week; Fixed-term contract for 12 months.