Senior Research Fellow

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  • Join a transformative national initiative to modernise geochemical data infrastructure across the country, with opportunity for novel research in geochemistry
  • Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until March 2029.
  • Base salary range: Level C, $144,143 – $165,809 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

School of Earth Sciences
  • Join a transformative national initiative to modernise geochemical data infrastructure across the country, with opportunity for novel research in geochemistry
  • Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until March 2029.
  • Base salary range: Level C, $144,143 – $165,809 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About The Area

The School of Earth and Oceans at The University of Western Australia undertakes diverse fundamental and applied research with recognised strengths in mineral geoscience, energy geoscience, geochemistry, hydrogeology, marine geoscience, oceanography and ocean engineering.

About The Opportunity
  • Play a key role in advancing the AuScope Geochemistry platform 'EarthBank' at UWA.
  • Contributing to new and existing analytical datasets and data models, improving the accessibility of nationally significant Earth and environmental science collections, boosting the capacity and capabilities of geoscience laboratories at UWA,
  • Analytical method development and refinement as required. You would work with academic staff, researchers and visitors as well as contributing to training of PhD students.

About You
  • PhD qualification in Geoscience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in trace element geochemistry, geochronology and/or radiogenic isotope geochemistry, and in the application of these in the geosciences.
  • A high level of technical competency in microanalysis, especially with ion microprobe and laser ablation ICPMS platforms, with a track record of innovation in these techniques.
  • A demonstrated ability to work productively as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate project findings in timely fashion through high impact publications, presentations or workshops.

Position description: 821227 Senior Research Fellow - School of Earth and Oceans .docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Tony Kemp at tony.kemp@uwa.edu.au

How To Apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 4 September 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

About The University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia's top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelNot Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
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  • Job functionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology
  • IndustriesHigher Education

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