School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering – Faculty of EAIT Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years Full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $85,372.89 - $113,659.72 + 17% super (Academic Level A) Australian citizenship is a requirement for this position Based At our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane.

About This Opportunity

Join our team as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Officer and conduct computational research and development contributing to projects within ARC Industry Transformation Training Centre on High‑Speed Propulsion, Rocket and Launch Systems (HiPR-LS). In this role you will develop novel multi‑physics simulation capabilities to model complex supersonic and hypersonic reacting flows and support impactful research with HDR students and industry partners.

Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

Key Responsibilities

- Research: Undertake cutting‑edge computational research in supersonic reacting flow simulation, including advanced multi‑physics model development for ablation, moving meshes and electron transport. Conduct high‑fidelity simulations, publish research findings, contribute to competitive funding applications and collaborate on innovative research projects using best‑practice methodologies.
- Teaching: Contribute to coursework teaching if required but contribution to teaching is encouraged for those who are interested as part of their career planning.
- Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours, Masters and HDR students within the ARC HiPR-LS Training Centre, providing effective guidance, feedback, coaching and professional development to support researcher success and performance.
- Citizenship and Service: Contribute to the effective operation of the research group through administrative support, maintenance of the Gas Dynamics Toolkit, and active participation in team priorities. Foster a positive safety culture, demonstrate UQ values and collaborate with colleagues to support broader academic and operational activities.

About You

- Australian Citizenship, and ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance with AGSVA for the duration of the position.
- PhD (or PhD submitted) in the field of Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Demonstrated competence in: Fluid simulation code development, verification and management for massively parallel high‑performance computing platforms.
- Simulation of high‑speed reacting flows at all levels of fidelity, preferably for hypersonic applications.
- Non‑equilibrium thermochemistry model development and implementation.
- Ability and willingness to: Participate in applications for external research funding support.



Publish in high‑quality outlets. Supervise honours and/or Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students. Participate in coursework teaching activities. Promote and adhere to a positive safety culture including assuming the role of a laboratory manager if required.
- Demonstrated: High level of drive and enthusiasm. High level of interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Commitment to UQ’s values.

Mandatory Requirements

- Australian Citizenship: It is a requirement of this position that the applicant is an Australian citizen.
- AGSVA Clearance: It is a requirement of this position that the applicant is eligible and willing to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the project activities.
- Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to an educational check.

Inclusive Employment Statement

We particularly welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may be underrepresented in this discipline.

Benefits

- The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal‑only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Application Deadline

Applications close on Wednesday, 25 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-70872).

Other Information

It is a requirement of this position that the successful candidate undertakes and passes the pre‑employment screening. Other pre‑employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications checks. This may also include checks relating to gender‑based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process.



Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world‑class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, libraries, and cutting‑edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalised guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your skilled goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high‑quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed.

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📌 Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Officer - Computational Hypersonics (Brisbane)
🏢 The University of Queensland
📍 Brisbane