FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SCHOOL OF ELECTRICAL AND INFORMATION ENGINEERING
REFERENCE NO. 679/0315

• Lead research activities focused on technologies and systems to improve early recognition, diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing
• Academic level A Step 6
• Full-time fixed term three years, remuneration package: $98K p.a. which includes leave loading and up to 17% super

The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7300 permanent staff, supporting over 50,000 students.

We are currently inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Biomedical Engineering in the School of Electrical and Information Engineering. The position will be jointly located in Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Link Building and the Charles Perkins Centre for obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Both centres are located on the Camperdown Campus.

The emphasis will be on the application and development of systems and technologies for the management of sleep-disordered breathing in chronic disease, and is part of the activities of the newly established sleep disorders group headed by the ResMed Chair of Biomedical Engineering. The role will involve design and development of novel sensors for sleep monitoring as well as development of expert systems for analysis of signals. You will take a lead role in achieving the research goals of the group. You will also be involved in industry engagement with leading Australian biomedical companies such as ResMed, as well as engagement with leading sleep centres at the Woolcock Institute, Royal Prince Alfred and Royal North Shore hospitals.

To be successful in the position you will have a PhD in Engineering, or a related discipline. You will also have excellent proven skills in the fields of signal processing, pattern recognition and very good skills in biomedical sensor electronics. Experience working with polysomnogram signals would be an advantage, as would experience working with industry partners.

Remuneration package: $98,053 p.a. (which includes a base salary of $82,856 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Specific enquiries about the position can be directed to Professor Philip de Chazal on 02 9114 1528. General enquiries can be directed to Ugo De Gori on 02 8627 1234.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.  Visit sydney.edu.au/recruitment and search by the reference number for more information and to apply.

CLOSING DATE:  23 April 2015 (11pm Sydney time)

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

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