Scientist

3 days ago


Lower Hutt, New Zealand Victoria University of Wellington Full time

Are you a self-motivated, team player with a strong research track record?
- Have you got an interested in a fixed-term, full-time role for 2 years?
- Do you have a PhD in physics or a closely related field?

**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington and Paihau - Robinson Research Institute are currently recruiting qualified and highly motivated scientists with ambition to develop their research career within an academic R&D environment and the ability to conceptualise and originate new ideas that are outside industry norms. Paihau - Robinson work closely with commercial partners and carry out mission-oriented R&D and you should have the desire to see your work implemented with partners.

Initially, you will work primarily on our government-funded experimental R&D programme investigating the development of cryogenic memory devices and their integration with superconducting electronics which will enable tomorrow’s high-performance computing. In this role you will be supporting this programme as part of the spintronics team at Te Herenga Waka which spans both the Paihau - Robinson Research Institute & Te Wānanga Matū - School of Chemical & Physical Sciences.

Key responsibilities
- Engaging in the deposition, patterning, and electrical/magnetic characterization of thin films, using various sputtering and molecular beam epitaxy, lithography, and measurement systems.
- Providing guidance and mentorship of students, fostering their academic and professional growth.

**Ō pūmanawa - About you**

You will have:

- A PhD in physics or a closely related field.
- Excellent communication skills and a passion for detail-orientated work.
- A strong research track record, demonstrating a deep understanding of at least some of the following areas: cryogenic electronics, materials science, quantum systems, thin film deposition, electronic device fabrication.
- Excellent oral written communication skills.
- Practical implementation skills.

Can you:

- Bring a positive attitude to staff and students alike and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be a strong team player able to work closely with collaborators from multiple partner organisations.
- Be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment alongside other high-performing researchers.

There are many benefits to working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand’s top research university.

**Close Date for Vacancy**:31 January 2025


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