University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is located in the heart of Sydney's creative and digital precinct. With state-of-the-art campuses and facilities, we're preparing students to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.

About the Faculty

The S in the Faculty of Engineering and IT is one of Australia's leading research schools in civil and environmental engineering. The School provides practice-based learning informed by industry experts and research leaders to ensure we develop work-ready graduates. We offer over 50 subjects across several majors and sub-majors in undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the areas of civil and environmental engineering, construction, structures, geotechnology, transportation, water engineering and water resources.

We were among the first Australian institutions to receive the for our commitment to addressing gender equity in STEMM disciplines. The , fosters a network of passionate people who are actively involved in the development of our next generation of young Engineering and IT professionals.

Detailed Description

About the role

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will undertake research at the Faculty of Engineering and IT to provide improved railroad design and maintenance solutions with accurate and timely assessment of track performance, involving skills encompassing rigorous data analysis and computational modelling. Experience in waste materials characterisation, laboratory and field testing are desirable..



The Research Associate will be collaborating closely with the chief investigators and PhD students under ARC project (LP240200700) to complete 1:1 scale physical modelling using various unique material and recycled rubber and the Large-scale Dynamic Triaxial Apparatus.

About you

As a Postdoctoral Research Associate, you will have extensive knowledge of geotechnical testing, particularly in large-scale test. You will also have knowledge of rail track geotechnology, as well as knowledge in investigation and design principles.

To be successful in this role you will also have:

- Bachelor of Civil Engineering or related discipline

- PhD in geotechnical engineering

- Publication record in recognised journals

- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills including solid presentation skills to report

- Passion to conduct 1:1 scale laboratory physical modelling

- Skills in data analytics and/or computational geotechnics

For the full list of selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the Position Statement

Remuneration/Salary

Base Salary Range: $95,565 to $116,393 pa (Level A)

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a three -year fixed-term basis.

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

📌 Postdoctoral Research Associate (Sydney)
🏢 University Of Technology Sydney
📍 Sydney