Scientist

• Are you a self-motivated, team player with a strong research track record?
• Have you got an interest in a fixed-term, full-time role for two years?
• Do you have a PhD in physics or a closely related field?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington and Paihau - Robinson Research Institute are currently recruiting qualified and highly motivated Scientists with ambition to develop their research career within an academic R&D environment and the ability to conceptualise and originate new ideas that are outside industry norms. Paihau - Robinson work closely with commercial partners and carry out mission-oriented R&D and you should have the desire to see your work implemented with partners.

Initially, you will work primarily on our Government-funded experimental R&D programme investigating the development of cryogenic memory devices and their integration with superconducting electronics which will enable tomorrow's high-performance computing. In this role, you will be supporting this programme as part of the Spintronics team at Te Herenga Waka, which spans both the Paihau - Robinson Research Institute and Te Wānanga Matū - School of Chemical and Physical Sciences.

Key responsibilities:

• Engaging in the deposition, patterning, and electrical/magnetic characterisation of thin films, using various sputtering and molecular beam epitaxy, lithography, and measurement systems
• Providing guidance and mentorship of students, fostering their academic and professional growth
• Collaborating with research partners and other academic institutions to advance the field of cryogenic electronics and the application of rare earth nitride materials to this field

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You will have:

• A keen interest in advancing technological developments through the application of novel materials, and in furthering fundamental understanding in materials science
• A PhD in physics or a closely related field
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for detail-orientated work
• A strong research track record, demonstrating a deep understanding of at least some of the following areas: cryogenic electronics, materials science, quantum systems, thin film deposition, electronic device fabrication
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Practical implementation skills.

Can you:

• Bring a positive attitude to staff and students alike and have excellent verbal and written communication skills?
• Be a strong team player able to work closely with collaborators from multiple partner organisations?
• Be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment alongside other high-performing researchers?

There are many benefits to working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand's top research University.

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Close date for vacancy: Tuesday, 31 January 2025.

Contact details for vacancy

If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Jeannie Redman, Institute Manager (jeannie.redman@vuw.ac.nz).

When applying for this position, candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter. Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently.

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