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• Full-time, Fixed-term 1.0 FTE
• Based at AUT's City Campus, Auckland CBD
• The start date will be September 01 2026

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is New Zealand's newest university and one of its most distinctive. Centred on students and grounded in knowledge that works, AUT is 5-star rated by QS, with more than 27,000 students and 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. It's a place of real opportunity, where the values of Pono, Tika and Aroha shape how talented, progressive people work together – and you'll feel that in the culture, in the collaboration and in the difference the work makes for students, communities and the world.

Our community is stronger because of the role Te Tiriti plays in how we operate, and because Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership and contribution are central to who we are. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.

https://www.aut.ac.nz/study/study-options/engineering-computer-and-mathematical-sciencesAUT’s School of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences brings together engineering, computing and mathematics to address complex, real-world challenges. We develop ambition, capability, knowledge and passion across these disciplines.

We foster graduates who think critically and work across disciplines, applying their knowledge in practical, high-impact ways. Learning is shaped by industry practice, project-based work, access to specialist facilities and laboratories, and opportunities to engage directly with organisations. This approach ensures students build confidence working on real problems and understand the expectations of professional environments.

Our expertise spans data science and artificial intelligence, electrical and electronic engineering, mathematical sciences, and mechanical engineering, with research across areas such as intelligent systems, infrastructure, data and emerging technologies.

Our subjects are internationally recognised, with several engineering disciplines ranked in the top 500 and computer science and information systems in the top 450 in the QS World University Rankings [by Subject 2026].

Part of AUT’s Faculty of Design and Creative Technologies – Te Ara Auaha, we are part of a transdisciplinary community of creative, technical and entrepreneurial thinkers, makers and researchers, working in an environment designed to foster imagination and innovation.

To learn more about our school, please visit:

https://www.aut.ac.nz/study/study-options/engineering-computer-and-mathematical-sciences

The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

We are seeking an exceptional researcher and technical specialist to join the AUT Additive Manufacturing Laboratory, one of New Zealand's leading facilities for advanced additive manufacturing research. This is a unique opportunity for an accomplished researcher with extensive expertise in laser-based powder bed fusion and other additive technologies to contribute to internationally recognised research and help shape the future of additive manufacturing.

Please see the position description available for more information.

What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou

At AUT, you’ll join a values-led university that supports you to thrive. Benefit from flexible working, a supportive culture, cultural capability development for all staff, and strong growth opportunities – while advancing your impact through clear career pathways, recognition and research and teaching support. Learn more about our competitive benefits tailored to all staffhttps://www.aut.ac.nz/about/careers-at-aut/working-at-aut/staff-benefits.

About you | Ko wai koe

At AUT, academic staff combine teaching, research and engagement to create meaningful impact. You will work closely with students, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to projects with industry, community and academic partners.

We’re looking for academics with curiosity, energy and openness to new ideas, who are committed to collegiality, cultural humility and respect for Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Indigenous peoples and diverse communities. Experience contributing to Indigenous, equity or inclusion-focused initiatives is highly valued.

Working closely with the Director of the Additive Manufacturing Laboratory and a multidisciplinary team of researchers, postgraduate students, and industry partners, you will play a pivotal role in developing additive manufacturing technologies and materials, advancing research capability, and delivering innovative solutions across advanced engineering, aerospace, energy, biomedical, and electromagnetic applications. The successful candidate will combine outstanding scientific capability with advanced technical expertise, operating at the forefront of materials, manufacturing, and engineering research while maintaining and continually advancing AUT's state-of-the-art additive manufacturing infrastructure.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A PhD in Additive Manufacturing, with a demonstrated record of research achievement in the advanced additive manufacturing of engineering materials.
• Current manufacturer-recognised certification in the operation and maintenance of the EOS laser sintering system and the Renishaw laser melting system, together with a minimum of five years' experience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising these platforms in a research environment.
• Extensive experience in laser-based powder bed fusion technologies, including selective laser sintering (SLS) and selective laser melting (SLM), across a broad range of engineering materials and applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in additive manufacturing process development, laser–material interactions, powder behaviour, melt pool dynamics, process optimisation, and the relationships between processing conditions, microstructure, and engineering performance.
• Proven research expertise in advanced engineering materials, including magnetic materials, high-entropy alloys, multi-material systems, topology-optimised structures, cryogenic characterisation, and functionally engineered components.
• Demonstrated experience in magnetically assisted additive manufacturing, controlled magnetic heterogeneity, and the development of advanced functional devices for applications such as heat exchangers, energy systems, fuel cells, and electromagnetic devices.
• An established publication record in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, demonstrating internationally recognised research contributions in advanced additive manufacturing, particularly in multi-material additive manufacturing, magnetic and functional materials, field-assisted and field-controlled additive manufacturing, high-entropy alloys, and the development of advanced components for heat exchangers, energy systems, fuel cells, and other high-performance engineering applications.
• Extensive experience in metallographic sample preparation, advanced materials characterisation, and the interpretation of theoretical, numerical, and experimental data to establish robust process–structure–property relationships.
• Proven ability to independently conceive, plan, execute, and deliver complex research programmes while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary research teams.
• Experience in preparing competitive research funding proposals, developing strategic research collaborations, and supporting externally funded research programmes.
• Excellent scientific writing, communication, and presentation skills, together with the ability to mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students and engage effectively with academic, industrial, and international collaborators.
• Current certification and demonstrated experience in the safe handling of hazardous materials and compliance with New Zealand health and safety legislation, including laboratory risk management, laser safety, hazardous substances management, chemical handling, and the development of safe operating procedures.
• A commitment to scientific excellence, innovation, continuous improvement, and the advancement of AUT's international reputation in additive manufacturing research.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Along with your full academic CV (including a full publication list and grant acquisitions, if applicable); please also submit:

A cover letter which explains why this particular role (and AUT) is of interest and how your experience aligns with some, or all, of the selection criteria we're seeking above

Further Information | Pārongo Anō

• Start Date: Agreed upon with the successful candidate
• Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $72,000 - $77,000 (appointment level and salary commensurate with skills and experience)
• For academic enquiries: Contact Professor Sarat Singamneni @ sarat.singamneni@aut.ac.nz

Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 15th September 2026, at 11:55pm.

Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 96388

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