"Postdoctoral Fellow"

Job Description

The Opportunity

The School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering (SPREE) has an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow. You will contribute to UNSW’s research efforts in developing machine learning algorithms for photovoltaic applications and utilising them for the investigation of the performance of silicon-based photovoltaic devices, independently and as part of a team.

This position will provide you with the opportunity to develop your scholarly research and professional activities both nationally and internationally. You will contribute to writing scientific papers and reports for international journals, participate in conferences and workshops, supervise HDR students, and actively engage with industry partners.

This role reports to Professor Ziv Hameiri and has no direct reports.

• Level A, Salary - $113,911 to $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-term contract –10 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering is internationally recognised for its record-breaking research in solar power (photovoltaics) and renewable energy. The PERC solar cell was first invented at UNSW in our labs in 1983 and today powers more than 85% of all new solar panel modules all over the world. SPREE’s work and people have changed the face of sustainable energy on the global stage, and we continue to be at the forefront of leading-edge research and development in the field of renewable technology as our economies transition away from fossil fuels. For more information, please see the following link: https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/photovoltaic-and-renewable-energy-engineering

Skills & Experience

• A PhD in Photovoltaics Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to: Investigation of surface recombination in silicon wafer, Investigation of bulk defects in silicon wafers
• Demonstrated research excellence. Evidence of winning a major international award for research is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with limited supervision in the areas of: The development of advanced characterisation methods and systems, Investigation of losses in silicon-based photovoltaic devices.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines, build effective relationships and secure team and institutional support for the proposed research.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application. Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant, E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 18th September 2025