Research Fellow in Heterogeneous Catalysis
3 months ago
**Company Description** Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.**
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.
**Why?** Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
The School of Environment and Science offers programs in environmental, forensic, biomedical and general science which include options to combine data science with the common science majors to better equip our graduates for the digitally enabled workplace of the future.
The Research Fellow will join the Surfaces, Materials, and Catalysis research group to develop, characterise, and evaluate catalysts for the chemical upcycling of plastics as part of an ARC Discovery project. This prestigious project, “Advanced Chemical Recycling of Mixed Plastics for Monomer Recovery,” offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with international partners and Australian universities. The aim is to create innovative catalytic methods for recycling mixed plastics to recover their molecular building blocks.
The key responsibilities for this Research Fellow position include;
- Conduct laboratory, fieldwork, and research that contributes to the ARC Discovery project’s objectives on the chemical upcycling of plastics.
- Maintain a strong publication record in high-impact, international, esteemed peer-reviewed journals and pursue competitive funding.
- Contribute to group research projects and teaching activities, and manage the preparation of publications, presentations, and research reports.
- This is a fixed term (two year), full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations._
- Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples._
**Salary Range**
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Research Fellow Grade 1 range $84,830 - $99,367 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $99,251 - $116,259 per annum.
**Qualifications**
To be successful within this role, you will have a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated experience in the wet-chemical synthesis of metal and/or oxide nanoparticle or porous catalysts, and hands-on experience in their characterisation by bulk and surface sensitive techniques including XRD, XPS, IR and porosimetry.
- Experience in the use of batch or flow microreactors for the liquid and/or gas phase catalytic conversion of hydrocarbons, and associated use of chromatographic methods for product analysis as well as experience in kinetic and mechanistic studies of heterogeneously catalysed organic transformations.
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques and analytical methods relevant to catalysis and materials science.
- Ability to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills and contribute to the positive culture and aspirations of the School and University.
- Experience in contributing to group research projects, mentoring students, and participating in teaching activities.
**Additional Information** Why join Griffith?**
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives - on campus Gym facilities
**How to apply**
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
- Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)
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