ARC Grant-Funded Researcher (A) - Fluid Dynamics Modelling

A full time, fixed term position for 3 years.

Mathematical modelling to underpin and drive novel inertial microfluidic technologies.

This research position will provide key mathematical modelling for the ARC Discovery Project “Mathematics to underpin and drive novel inertial migration technologies”.

The successful applicant will join a thriving international team developing mathematical models to give theoretical understanding of the fundamental physics of inertial migration to drive development of novel devices for biomedical and industrial applications. The work will provide valuable understanding of inertial migration for both living and non-living particles in 3-dimensional flows of practical relevance.

The successful applicant will be based at the University of Adelaide, the home University of the project leader Prof Yvonne Stokes. The work will also require collaboration with the co-investigators Dr Brendan Harding, Victoria University of Wellington (NZ), Dr Rahil Valani, University of Oxford (UK), and Prof Darren Crowdy, Imperial College London (UK).

To be successful you will need:

• A PhD in Applied Mathematics or a related discipline of Science or Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality research in mathematical modelling employing differential equations.
• A record of scientific research achievements commensurate with career stage, including publications in international peer-reviewed journals of high quality.
• Demonstrated experience in numerical solution of differential equations, including the development of computer programs.
• Strong interpersonal communication and organisational skills to enable effective working both as an independent researcher and as a member of a diverse international research team.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework  and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life. Flexible working arrangements are on offer for all roles at the University.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

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Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

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If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Sunday, 3rd of November 2024.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Professor Yvonne Stokes
School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
E: yvonne.stokes@adelaide.edu.au

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The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified

The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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