team, gaining access to world-class facilities while building a strong and independent research profile.

Key Responsibilities

• Research: Establish and contribute to a high-quality research program in semiconductor physics and X-ray photodetectors, publish in leading journals, collaborate on multidisciplinary projects, and support competitive research funding applications.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, fostering an inclusive and high-performing research culture.
• Citizenship and Service: Actively participate in service, engagement, and collaborative activities, supporting team operations and building partnerships with industry, government, and the broader community.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in physics, materials science, chemistry, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated experience or emerging expertise in semiconductor materials, photophysics, or optoelectronic devices
• Evidence of research outputs in respected, peer-reviewed journals
• Experience contributing to research funding applications or collaborative research projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to innovation and discovery
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and collaborative research environment
• Experience or interest in supervising and mentoring students
• Demonstrated commitment to service, engagement, and fostering positive research culture