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The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Fellow to join the School of Physics and Astronomy and contribute to research in Mid-Infrared Nanophotonics.

In this role you will lead the establishment of a new research line on mid-infrared nanophotonics, with a strong focus on near-field optical microscopy of structured light fields. The research will comprise fundamental studies of metasurfaces and applications in sensing and mid-infrared optoelectronics.

The Research Fellow will play a leading role in the establishment of the Mid-Infrared Nanophotonics Laboratory, including the setup and use of specialized microscopy systems, and conduct metasurface studies in polaritonics.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.

Please include the following in your application:

• Cover letter and CV

• Statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria

• A short research statement

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Professor Stefan Maier, Head of School, School of Physics and Astronomy, Faculty of Science, stefan.maier@monash.edu

Position Descriptions:

Research Fellow - Level A

Research Fellow - Level B

Applications Close: Tuesday 7 July 2026, 11:55pm AEST

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