- Outstanding early career opportunity
in the field of astronomical research
- Innovative and supportive environment
We are seeking applications from outstanding early career astronomers
from any area of astronomical research. Ideally candidates will have
research strengths that complement those of the MQ astronomy,
astrophysics and astrophotonics research group (MQAAAstro) and the
research activities of the AAO.
The successful candidate
will share time equally between pursuing active astronomical research
and undertaking appropriate teaching and other academic activities
within the Physics and Astronomy Department at Macquarie University
(MQ) and in supporting the observing and research activities of the
Astronomy group at the Australian Astronomical Observatory.
This joint position
offers excellent opportunities to develop strong collaborative research
projects between MQ and the AAO.
For further details about
this position and to view the selection criteria, please
click
here.
Candidates must
address the selection criteria, in a separate document and upload with
an up-to-date CV. Candidates should also include a one-page
statement of ways in which they could contribute significantly to the
activities and outputs of MQ AAAstro research centre and also how they
would complement the research environment of the AAO.
Enquiries and
information (Macquarie University): Professor Quentin Parker,
phone +61 2 9850 891, e-mail
quentin.parker@imq.edu.au
Enquiries and
information (AAO): Professor Matthew Colless, phone +61 2
9372 4812, e-mail
director@aao.gov.au
Appointment Type:
Full-time, fixed term for a period of 4 years with the possibility of
extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance.
Probationary conditions may apply.
Level B Package:
from $80,807 - $95,824 per annum, plus 17% employer’s
superannuation and annual leave loading.
Level C Package:
from $98,827 - $113,844 per annum, plus 17% employer’s
superannuation and annual leave loading.
Applications Close:
10:59 pm Sunday, 19 February 2012
Macquarie University is an EO Employer
committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications are
encouraged from people with a disability; women (particularly for
senior and non-traditional roles); Indigenous Australians, people who
identify as GLBTI; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds.
Applications need to
be submitted through the Macquarie University online recruitment
system. Where circumstances such as disability or remote location
prohibit your access to our online system please contact the enquiries
person listed in this advertisement for assistance.
