Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Fellow in Adaptive Optics
Drive advanced astronomical instrumentation development in adaptive optics for major international telescopes at ANU.
Best for:Best for researchers and engineers with a PhD in physics, astronomy, or engineering and a strong background in adaptive optics or astronomical instrumentation.
Overview
The Australian National University's Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow or Research Fellow to join the Advanced Instrumentation and Technology Centre. The successful candidate will focus on research and instrumentation development in Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics, contributing directly to projects like the Subaru Telescope and the Giant Magellan Telescope. Responsibilities include designing and testing advanced adaptive optics systems, conducting independent research, publishing findings, and mentoring students. Candidates should bring expertise in physics, astronomy, engineering, or a related discipline with a robust research background.
What you'll do
- Conduct research and development in Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics for major ground-based telescopes
- Contribute to the design, integration, and testing of advanced adaptive optics instrumentation
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary research and engineering teams across national and international institutions
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences
- Assist with student supervision, mentoring, and community outreach activities
- Contribute to the formulation of new research directions and external grant applications
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in physics, astronomy, engineering, or a related discipline
Language: English; professional proficiency
Instruction: English
Publications: A strong record of research demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
- Demonstrated expertise in adaptive optics and instrumentation development
- Experience with Laser Guide Star Adaptive Optics, wavefront sensing, or real-time computing
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Effective communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-22 (Australia/Sydney)
Prepare a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV including contact details for at least three referees. Submit all required documents through the online application portal before the closing date.
- Statement addressing selection criteria
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact details of at least three referees
Contact
Noelia Martinez Rey· ARC DECRA Fellow
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