Research Fellow in Advanced Materials for Vanadium Redox Flow Battery
Job No.: 676240
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 12 month fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
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Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
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Join our inclusive, collaborative community
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Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The School of Chemistry at Monash University, is a leading institution in Australia renowned for its research excellence and postgraduate training. The School is home to specialized centers such as the Centre for Green Chemistry and the Water Studies Centre, and plays a key role in the Green Chemical Futures initiative, a $75 million investment focused on advancing sustainable chemical technologies. As part of this initiative, the School is committed to producing innovative solutions for energy storage and contributing to the global shift toward a more sustainable future.
We are seeking a Level A Research Fellow to develop novel electrolyte formulations for vanadium redox flow batteries, aimed at achieving highly stable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective solutions for large-scale energy storage. The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with team members and students to support cutting-edge research in this field. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of energy storage technologies, both within Australia and globally, as part of an innovative and high-impact research environment.
The Level A Research Fellow will be responsible for:
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The conduct of research under limited supervision either as a member of a team or, where appropriate, independently and the production or contribution to the production of conference and seminar papers and publications from that research
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Involvement in professional activities including, subject to availability of funds, attendance at conferences and seminars in the field of expertise
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Limited administrative functions primarily connected with the area of research of the academic
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Development of a limited amount of research-related material for teaching or other purposes with appropriate guidance from other staff
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Occasional contributions to teaching in relation to their research project(s)
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Experimental design and operation of advanced laboratory and technical equipment or conduct of advanced research procedures
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Attendance at meetings associated with research or the work of the organisational unit to which the research is connected and/or at departmental, school and/or faculty meetings and/or membership of a limited number of committees
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Advice within the field of the staff member's research to postgraduate students
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:
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a doctoral qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science or a closely related field
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Proven experience in designing, constructing, and investigating electrochemical devices (galvanic or electrolytic). Experience with battery design and characterization preferred.
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Strong expertise in instrumental electrochemistry and the characterization of (electro)materials.
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Record of successful manuscript preparation and peer-reviewed research publications.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports, research papers, and deliver formal and informal presentations.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office, University-specific software, and willingness to learn new software. Desirable skills include statistical analysis, database usage, and advanced data analysis/plotting software (e.g., Origin, IGOR).
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
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Experience in supervising and mentoring honours or postgraduate students.
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Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
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Ability to solve complex problems using innovation, discretion, and expert diagnostic skills.
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'. 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: Dr Tam Nguyen, ARC Early Career Industry Fellow, + 61 0460 888 191
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: 7th April 2025 11:55 PM AEST
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