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Research Fellow in Numerical and Inhomogeneous Cosmology University of Melbourne in Australia

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Postdoc

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Astronomy

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Full-time fixed-term employment for two years at University of Melbourne Level A salary of AUD $87,266–$118,416 per year plus 17% superannuation; the stated PhD entry-level salary is AUD $110,319. Benefits include salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, professional development, flexible work arrangements, leave provisions and discounted services. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible successful international applicants.

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Dec 2, 2026

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Astronomy
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General Relativity
High Performance Computing
Numerical Relativity
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About this position

The University of Melbourne is seeking a full-time Research Fellow in Numerical Cosmology for a two-year fixed-term appointment in the School of Physics at the Parkville campus, Australia.

The successful researcher will join the Astrophysics Group and conduct internationally competitive research in general-relativistic inhomogeneous cosmology. Projects may involve state-of-the-art numerical relativity simulations, observational tests of standard cosmology, numerical data analysis, or theoretical studies of the inhomogeneous Universe. The role offers scope to develop an independent research direction while collaborating across the Astrophysics Group and School of Physics.

Applicants should have a completed or near-completed PhD in physics, astrophysics or a related discipline, experience in numerical cosmology or general relativity, a strong publication record, and proficiency in high-performance computing and Python, Fortran or C++. Duties include publishing research, presenting at seminars and conferences, contributing to funding proposals, mentoring junior researchers, supporting undergraduate research students, and participating in School activities and outreach.

The position provides a Level A salary of AUD $87,266–$118,416 per year plus 17% superannuation, with a stated PhD entry-level salary of AUD $110,319. Additional benefits include professional development, flexible work arrangements, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services, and discounted services. The role is eligible for visa sponsorship and welcomes international applicants.

Applications close on 2 December 2026 at 11:55 PM Melbourne time. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and responses to the selection criteria through the University of Melbourne application portal.

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term employment for two years at University of Melbourne Level A salary of AUD $87,266–$118,416 per year plus 17% superannuation; the stated PhD entry-level salary is AUD $110,319. Benefits include salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, professional development, flexible work arrangements, leave provisions and discounted services. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible successful international applicants.

What's required

Applicants should hold a completed or near-completed PhD in physics, astrophysics or a closely related discipline; demonstrate experience in numerical cosmology or general relativity, broadly defined to include simulations or numerical data analysis; have a sound publication record and the ability to prepare high-quality manuscripts and research reports; and be proficient with high-performance computing, simulated data handling, and programming languages such as Python, Fortran or C++. Applicants should be able to manage research projects with limited supervision, demonstrate excellent organisation, teamwork and deadline management, and contribute collaboratively to an inclusive academic environment. A resume, cover letter, and responses to the selection criteria in the Position Description are required. A Working with Children Check is required, and the role is eligible for visa sponsorship.

How to apply

Apply through the University of Melbourne Workday application portal. Upload a resume, cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses to the selection criteria in the Position Description before 2 December 2026 at 11:55 PM Melbourne time.

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