Research Fellow - Renewable Energy

• Join the Department of Electrical, Robotics and Biomedical Engineering
• Full-time, fixed-term (until 30 April 2028) position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level B salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role

Swinburne University of Technology is seeking a motivated and collaborative Research Fellow to join our cutting-edge New Energy Technologies Research Group. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Australia’s net zero mission and Swinburne’s broader sustainability goals through innovative research in renewable energy technologies.

As a key member of the team, you will be involved in advancing applied research in areas such as power electronics, microgrid energy optimisation, wireless EV charging, PV system performance, advanced forecasting, and grid dynamics. You'll play a vital role in strengthening existing industry partnerships and helping to forge new collaborations with government and commercial stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with demonstrated expertise in renewable energy systems and a track record of working in industry or compliance-driven environments. You’ll need to be a strong team player with the ability to work independently and contribute across a range of technical, project management, and communication activities.

This position offers the chance to work at the forefront of real-world energy challenges—developing scalable solutions for emerging technologies while making a tangible impact on the future of sustainable power systems. 

About You

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: 

• Proven experience in renewable energy technologies, with a focus on practical application and innovation.
• Experience working in industry and/or regulatory or compliance-driven environments.
• Demonstrated experience in contributing to complex research projects, including tracking milestones, identifying risks or barriers, and reporting on progress.
• Experience developing and implementing large-scale optimisation and control strategies for real-world applications such as microgrids, power electronics systems, and wireless EV charging infrastructure.

For the full list, please see review the position description.

Qualifications

Completion of a doctoral degree in the field of Electrical and Renewable energy technologies.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.  

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.  

To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au

Applications Close: Monday 27 April 2026, at 11.00pm

Please note that applications will be reviewed and interviews may be conducted during the advertising period so we encourage you to submit your application today. Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. **As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. 

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