Vanadium Ore Characterisation Specialist

7 days ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia beBeeMineral Full time $78,220 - $104,521

Working with critical minerals in the tropics, this exciting role involves characterising vanadium from various horizons of the Toolebuc Formation and tailings samples.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be part of a team undertaking research to inform decisions regarding characterisation techniques, ore extraction, tailings handling and environmental management.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conducting geological materials characterisation through instrumental methods such as EPMA, SEM, LA-ICPMS, XRD etc.
  • Developing and implementing effective research strategies to achieve project goals.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD qualification or equivalent in Geology or related disciplines, with demonstrated experience in mineralogy, petrology, economic geology and/or geochemistry.

As a key member of our research team, you will contribute to the growth of the research culture within the College of Science and Engineering, the Economic Geology Research Centre (EGRU) and the University.

Why This Opportunity?

We offer a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through flexible working conditions and other benefits including:

  • A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions.
  • 5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year.
  • Cultural leave and Flexible working options.
  • Attractive options for salary packaging.
  • Fitness Passport.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Professional development support.
  • Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare.


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