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Research Fellow in High-Angular-Resolution Radio Astronomy and Jet Physics (PhD required) Curtin University in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Fixed-term, full-time Research Fellow/Research Associate role for three years at ALA/ALB level, with salary of $104,165 - $144,352 plus 17% superannuation. This is a paid employment position rather than a scholarship; no tuition funding is mentioned.
Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Curtin University

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Curtin University is advertising a Research Associate/Fellow position within the Curtin Institute of Radio Astronomy (CIRA) in Perth, Australia. The role works with Professor James Miller-Jones and the CIRA research group on high-angular-resolution radio astronomy, jet physics, and the study of accreting compact objects such as X-ray binaries and tidal disruption events.
The successful candidate will help develop and apply novel methods for modelling radio interferometry data from rapidly evolving sources, including X-ray binary jets. The post is research-focused and includes publishing, presenting findings, contributing to grant applications, and supporting undergraduate and postgraduate supervision.
Eligibility highlights: a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline, or progress towards one, such as astronomy, astrophysics, physics, statistics, or computer science. Desirable experience includes very long baseline interferometry, statistical modelling, Bayesian inference, and familiarity with time-domain astrophysics and astronomical jets.
Funding and conditions: this is a paid, fixed-term, full-time role for three years at $104,165 - $144,352 plus 17% superannuation. Applicants must have current work rights in Australia matching the tenure of the role; international candidates may be considered if eligible for a relevant visa.
How to apply: submit an application through SEEK/Curtin by clicking Apply Now and attach a resume, cover letter, and a document addressing the selection criteria. The closing date is 16 November 2026 at 8pm AWST.
Funding details
Fixed-term, full-time Research Fellow/Research Associate role for three years at ALA/ALB level, with salary of $104,165 - $144,352 plus 17% superannuation. This is a paid employment position rather than a scholarship; no tuition funding is mentioned.
What's required
A doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline, or progress towards one, such as astronomy, astrophysics, physics, statistics or computer science. Applicants should have knowledge of relevant research techniques, experience with qualitative and quantitative research tasks, an emerging research track record, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and inclusively. Familiarity with time-domain astrophysics, especially jets from X-ray binary systems, is desirable. Experience with radio interferometry data, very long baseline interferometry, statistical modelling, and Bayesian inference is also desirable. Current work rights in Australia matching the fixed-term role are required; international candidates may be considered if eligible for a relevant visa.
How to apply
Apply via the SEEK/Curtin application process by clicking Apply Now. Attach an up-to-date resume, a cover letter, and a document addressing the selection criteria. Applications close at 8pm AWST on Monday, 16 November 2026.
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