Research Assistant/Research Fellow, Digital Systems

• ​​Full-time​, ​Fixed Term position for 12 months​ 

• Salary Academic Level A-B dependent on experience + 17% Superannuation 

• Based at the ​Melbourne CBD​ campus, ​but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University​ 

 
About You 

The Research Assistant will undertake research activities in line with the University’s research strategy.   
 
It is expected that the Research Assistant will work with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience develop. 

To be successful in this position, you will have:  

• Evidence of research output including publications, conference contributions and/or technical reports in the field.

• Ability to generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government.

• Ability to work autonomously whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment, including the demonstrated ability to confidently and effectively work with colleagues, project team leaders, and industry partners.

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage varying workloads and respond to changing priorities as required

• Demonstrated high level of communication skills

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in interface electronics for sensor readout systems, including ASIC and SoC design and verification. 

• Strong experience in hardware–firmware co-design for data acquisition and processing pipelines, including FPGA-based prototyping, embedded firmware development (C/C++), and real-time data capture and processing.

• Experience working in industry will be well regarded 

 
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the ​College​ 
The STEM College holds a leading position and expertise in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health (STEM) fields.  We are uniquely positioned to influence and partner with industry, as never before.     
 
STEM College is a community of exceptional STEM researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game-changers, supported by talented professional staff.  We offer higher education programs across all STEM disciplines at the Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, and ensure our students experience an education that is work-aligned and life-changing.    
 

The College is renowned for its exemplary research in many STEM areas including advanced manufacturing and design; computing technologies; health innovation and translational medicine; nano materials and devices; and sustainable systems.  Our brilliant researchers attract funding from government and industry sources.     
 

Industry is at the heart of what we do. It ensures our research has real world impact, and our students are truly work-ready. Under the leadership of DVC STEM College & Vice President, Digital Innovation, we have established new hubs of industry-connected digital innovation and endeavour and are engaging with global STEM organisations at scale.    
 

Our diversity and shared values empower our work, and we are proud of the College’s inclusive, caring culture. We offer a safe, dynamic work environment, and support every member of our community to achieve their potential.  The College appointed Victoria’s first ever Dean of STEM, Diversity & Inclusion in 2020, and this role drives gender equity, diversity and inclusion strategies across the College.  
    

STEM College employs 1,000 staff who deliver onshore and offshore programs to approximately 20,000 students.   
    

We are here to positively impact the world and create the next generation of STEM leaders.      
 

www.rmit.edu.au/seh  
 

To Apply  

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing ​your suitability​ for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.  
 

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 
 

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Prof. Sumeet Walia via email sumeet.walia@rmit.edu.au  
 
Position Description – Research Assistant Research Fellow  
 

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Applications Close:
15 Mar 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.  

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.  All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence .  Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

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