OpenFieldPostdoctoral Fellowship in Space Technology & Satellite Communications
Two-year postdoctoral research post at the Space Technology and Industry Institute, designing optical ground stations and RF communication payloads for low Earth orbit nanosatellites.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Radio Astronomy, or Telecommunications
- English language proficiency
- Fluent English
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Substantial peer-reviewed publications in satellite constellation communications or phased arrays
- Recommendation letters
- Three professional reference letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Salaried academic appointment: AUD $96,000–AUD $108,000/year + 17% superannuation
- Application fee
- AUD $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Not applicable (employed research fellow)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Swinburne University of Technology documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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