• Great opportunity for an early career researcher to work at UWA under the Brian Dunlop Research Fellowship in Theoretical Physics.
• Fixed-term appointment for 12 months on a full-time basis, with the option of a further 12 months extension subject to review.
• Base salary range: Level A, step 8, $112,371 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Department of Physics has an international reputation for excellence in research, as recognised by the hosting of two ARC Centre Nodes for Gravitational Wave Discovery and Dark Matter Particle Physics. It also leads in research areas including quantum and frequency metrology, quantum gravity and field, quantum information and computation, spintronics and magnetisation dynamics, terahertz and optical technology, as well as bio and medical physics.

About the opportunity

• Develop fundamental theories, design and deliver a focused research program, publish high-impact manuscripts, and present findings at conferences.
• Work with your UWA mentor, prepare competitive fellowship applications, engage with collaborators, and co-supervise Honours and PhD students while contributing to teaching.
• Hold a doctoral degree in Theoretical Physics, show proven ability in independent research, fellowship applications, and manuscript preparation, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

About you

• Has been awarded a doctoral or doctorate in Theoretical Physics.
• Proven ability in independently formulating a competitive fellowship application.
• Proven ability in independently formulating and pursuing research questions and conducting high-quality research.
• Proven experience in independently writing high-quality and high-impact manuscripts and disseminating results in oral presentations.
• The ability to co-supervise and train Honours and PhD students.

Position description:   PD [Postdoctoral Research Associate (Theoretical Physic)] [521127].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch with Professor Vince Wallace at vincent.wallace@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement (1 page max) describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

In preparing your application, you are asked to address the selection criteria in the position description and upload evidence of the ability to prepare a fellowship application along with your CV. This evidence should be in the form of either a full fellowship proposal that has been submitted externally or a three-page summary of a proposal that is in development.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 16 October 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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