Total 577 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in VIC - Regional - Geelong and Surf Coast

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team in developing the chassis and mechanical components for a state-of-the-art portable MRI system. This role involves the design and integration of high-precision mechanical components, electronic housings, and thermal management systems, focusing on optimizing manufacturability and durability for portability.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in CAD, additive manufacturing (AM) processes, and a strong background in mechanical design for high-tech medical devices or electronics enclosures.

• Design and develop the MRI chassis and mechanical housing for electronic components, ensuring that all designs meet specifications for strength, weight, thermal stability, and compliance. Ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability and assembly, using knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Develop detailed CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings of chassis, mounts, and enclosures using CAD software SolidWorks. Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and other simulations to assess structural integrity, thermal performance, and material suitability.
• Lead efforts in prototyping, working with AM processes (SLS, SLA, MJF, DMLS, etc.), CNC,or traditional methods to create high-fidelity prototypes.
• Troubleshoot and solve design issues identified during testing, iterating quickly to improve reliability and performance.

Required/Desired Skills

• CAD Proficiency: Advanced skills in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or equivalent) with experience in generating fully constrained assemblies.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Strong understanding of AM techniques, post-processing methods, and experience working with CNC, sheet metal, and injection moulding.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated experience in root cause analysis, DFMEA, and quick iteration on designs to address complex engineering challenges.
• Testing & Analysis: Hands-on experience with FEA tools, prototyping, and validation testing.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, detail-oriented, and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.

Required/Desired Qualifitaion & Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with medical devices, high-tech enclosures, or electronics housings.

The Role

The candidate will play an important role as Technical SME in the development team to support the digitization projects using BPM / Workflow system. The candidate is expected to be involved in all technical aspects of project delivery and/or maintenance from assessing requirements, assessing technical solutions, developing solutions, testing to system implementation. The candidate is also expected to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyse, design, develop, customize, implement, and maintain the assigned systems.
• Work closely with Team Leader to gather requirements from the customer, perform technical impact analysis and estimate effort for development.
• Prepare and/or update and review technical documents.
• Manage offshore development teams to ensure technical standards and quality are met.
• Perform code review to detect any potential coding problems.
• Perform unit test and system integration test, support user acceptance test.
• Prepare release procedure and support production implementation.
• Troubleshoot issues and problems to provide workarounds.
• Perform root cause analysis and come up with preventive measures.
• All other duties and tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology with min. 5 years' experience in software development using Java technologies (J2EE, Spring Framework) and front-end technologies (JavaScript/Angular/AngularJS), preferably in a bank or financial institution.
• Experience in working with offshore team is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in deploying, and maintaining, cloud-native Java applications on Microsoft Azure is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience in Newgen BPM system preferred.
• Good knowledge in SDLC methodologies (Waterfall and/or Agile).
• Good presentation, communication, and coordination skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Ability to contribute individually and collaborate well in a team.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.

Carbon Capture Composite Materials

Recruitment for Research Assistant / Research Engineer / Senior Research Assistant

A research assistant position is available at the Singapore University of Technology and Design. The successful candidate will work on the design and synthesis of composite materials for carbon capture applications. The research assistant should have experience in composite material synthesis and fabrication using solution chemistry methods. Desired skills include demonstrated experience with solution-based chemical synthesis, surface functionalization of materials (e.g., ligand exchange, polymer grafting), or polymeric composite fabrication methods. Additionally, the research engineer will also be working closely with the engineering team to implement an innovative gas separation system. The research engineer will also be involved in the development of customized lab-based and field tests to evaluate the performance of the material.

Job Requirements:

• Possesses a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Chemistry/Materials Science/Chemical Engineering or relevant field
• Excellent written and oral communication in English
• Able to work and learn independently and in teams in a multidisciplinary setting
• Possess a high level of personal initiative and motivation

Specific Responsibilities

• Fabrication and characterization of materials
• Lab-based and field tests of composite systems
• Assist with research lab maintenance and safety, as well as managing of lab equipment
• Drafting of professional reports and presenting results to the research team on a regular basis

How to Apply

Applicants should send the following documents:

1. curriculum vitae,
2. two references and
3. a writing sample or examples of any published works including final year projects or thesis to Prof. Mei-Chee Tan, meichee.tan@sutd.edu.sg

We have several available postdoctoral and research assistant positions at the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) to work in the area of Robotics. This position focus on supporting the design of algorithm for various robotics applications.

Qualification:
- Relevant Degree in Electrical Engineering, , Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related areas
- Strong hands on experience Preference will be given to those with prior robotics project experience such as:
1) SLAM;
2) ROS;
3) Sensor fusion;
4) Machine Learning;
5) Mobile platforms (eg: wheeled robots, legged robots); and
6) Manipulators

Applications, assembled as a single PDF file, should contain a complete resume, full list of publications, as well as the names and contact information of up to three references.

Interested applicants may send his/her CV to Assoc/Prof U-Xuan Tan via email ( uxuan_tan@sutd.edu.sg ). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at the Singapore University of Technology and Design is seeking a full-time Research Fellow or Research Associate, to join a growing research team dedicated to understanding human behavior in cities.

Successful applicants will contribute to a research program that explores the intersection of human behavior, urban design, technology, and livability. The program tackles critical questions about how cities shape people’s behaviors and, in turn, how cities should be designed to better serve their inhabitants.

Candidates should possess a strong interest in applying a human lens to transdisciplinary and collaborative research. Expertise in quantitative research methods and a background in social and/or behavioral science will be a plus.

This position is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing an academically grounded, applied research career.

The candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct and write literature reviews
• Participate in fieldwork and data collection
• Conduct quantitative and/or qualitative data analyses
• Contribute towards research conceptualization and methodology
• Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and reports for publications
• Collaborate and communicate research updates with both internal and external stakeholders

Skills and qualifications required:

• Obtained or expected Masters degree (for Research Associate) or PhD degree (for Research Fellow) related to the social sciences or behavioural sciences (e.g., Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Urban Studies, or related disciplines)
• Demonstrable skills in quantitative and/or qualitative data collection and analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and data management skills
• Proficiency with statistical software (e.g., R, STATA, SPSS, MPlus) is a plus
• Familiarity with Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and/or neuroscience (e.g., fNIRS) research is a plus

How to apply:

Interested applicants are encouraged to send their application with the subject heading – Research Fellow/Associate (Urban Psychology Lab) to lkycic@sutd.edu.sg with the following:

• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position and addressing the qualifications and skills requirements (1-2 pages)
• Curriculum vitae
• Two writing samples of publication or research work
• Three referees who may be contacted for a reference

Enquiries about the position can be addressed to either Samuel Chng (samuel_chng@sutd.edu.sg ) or Sarah Chan (sarah_chan@sutd.edu.sg)

Appointment(s) will be initially made on contract basis for up to two years, renewable subject to good performance and mutual agreement.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Review of applications will commence from October 2024 on a rolling basis. Applications will be considered until the posts are filled.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan for quality assurance activities with timelines and effort estimates and manage resources to support testing demand.
• Discuss and work with System Analysts & development teams and SMBC to understand the testing requirements to determine testing coverage and collect sample test data (if available).
• Review documentations created by QA Team Lead, Senior System Analyst and/or vendor to ensure quality.
• Track testing activities against test plans and track defects (Log Defect with assigned Severity, Retest and Close Defect) discovered to resolution. Report statistics and statuses to PM.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the team and ensure process and compliance is met. Provide direction, support and set performance goals to the team.
• Timely escalate issues to manager.
• Support on hiring matters such as interviews where required.
• Onboard new joiners to their roles.
• Coach and guide team members on their jobs.
• Manage and motivate team performance, guided by performance management framework.
• Engage team members to identify and support them on their career aspirations and development plans.

Job Requirements

• Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in computer science.
• Min. 10 years' experiencing working as Quality Assurance Analyst/ Tester in a bank, FI or a consultancy company.
• Familiar with defect management tools.
• Ability to understand technical jargons and some understanding of technology environment setup.
• Possess strong planning skill and is positive and proactive in his/her approach.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and arranging of food ingredients to meet the daily production demands
• Operating a variety of kitchen appliances including mixer and ovens
• Packaging of finished products to be sent to outlets / hotels
• Maintaining the cleanliness in the kitchens including cooking surfaces and equipment and utensils
• R&D new products

Qualities:

• Min 1 year of relevant working experience appreciated
• Should possess passion and interest in pastry-making
• A team player who works efficiently to fulfil the production demands
• Willing to learn new recipes and harness new methods of production

Working Hours:

• 8-9 hours work per day (8/9amam to 5/6pm)
• 6 days’ work week

Employee Benefits:

• Medical benefits
• Annual Leave
• Performance incentive
• Staff discount

Interested applicants, you may either apply via here or sent an email at hr@harrianns.com.

At present, we do not require assistance from recruitment agencies. All applications should be submitted directly by candidates.