Postdoctoral Fellow – Hydrogen Embrittlement: The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the area of atomic-scale modelling of hydrogen embrittlement. This opportunity is part of a collaborative project between UNSW and the University of Sydney aimed at understanding the impact of hydrogen on alloy deformation.
Postdoctoral Fellow – Atomic-Scale Modelling of Hydrogen Embrittlement
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Table of Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Atomic-scale Modelling, Hydrogen Embrittlement |
| Location | Kensington, Sydney, Australia |
| Work Type | Full Time |
| Contract Duration | Fixed-term contract – 2 years |
| Salary | AUD $110,059 to $117,718 per annum + 17% superannuation |
| Application Contact | Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant (eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au) |
Eligibility/Qualification
- A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Strong coding skills in commonly used scientific languages (e.g., Python, Matlab, shell script, C).
- Demonstrated experience in performing atomic-scale simulations including density functional theory (e.g., VASP, Ab-init, Quantum espresso) and molecular dynamics (e.g., LAMMPS, DL-POLY).
- Knowledge in the development of inter-atomic potentials—either classical or machine learning.
- A track record of publications and conference presentations relevant to the opportunity.
Job Description
As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will:
- Implement ab-initio and molecular dynamics simulations.
- Develop inter-atomic potentials using classical and machine-learning approaches.
- Conduct simulations to examine hydrogen trapping in various microstructural features of alloys, model high-fidelity atom probe datasets, and quantify properties like hydrogen mobility and strain-driven redistribution within microstructural features.
- Collaborate closely with experimental teams at UNSW and the University of Sydney.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV, a cover letter, and responses to the skills and experience listed in the position description through the “Apply Now” button on the UNSW Jobs portal. Ensure to systematically address the skills and experience criteria in your application.
Last Date to Apply
Applications close at 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Monday, 11th August 2025.
UNSW is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
