Research Associate - Free Space Optical Communications (Perth)

- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
- Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service. Research Associate
- Free Space Optical Communications Job no:

Work type: Full Time Location: Crawley Categories: Science
- Contribute to research in free-space optical communication, specifically optimised for operations within maritime environments.
- Join a cutting-edge research group developing advanced photonic systems for astronomy, space science, and national security.
- Full time appointment on a fixed term basis for 1 year. About the area The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) is a joint venture between Curtin University and The University of Western Australia (UWA), established in 2009 and funded through 2030 with $65 million from the WA State Government. ICRAR is a leading institution in radio astronomy and a key Australian contributor to the global SKA project. The Astrophotonics Group within ICRAR develops advanced photonic systems for radio and optical astronomy, with a focus on long-distance transfer of stabilised frequency and timing signals via optical fibre and free-space laser links. About the opportunity
- Contribute to small research team conducting research on free-space optical communication, specifically optimised for operations within maritime environments.
- Work within a UWA small team and contribute to collaborations with project partner organisations including industry, government, and defence.
- Conduct technical work including laboratory experiments and hardware development, software and algorithm development, optical communications development, and assist with maritime and airborne field trials. About you
- Completed 4 years of tertiary study or equivalent qualifications and experience with software, programming, simulation, and algorithm development (Python or MATLAB).
- Capability to conduct research and development on free-space optical communication, specifically optimised for operations within maritime environments.
- Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team.
- Strong documentation and version control practices (e.g., Git). Note : Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. This position is only open to applicants with Australian citizenship/PR, or citizenship of NATO/five eyes countries and with relevant rights to work in Australia. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3hfi