Senior Critical Metals Research Specialist

2 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Swinburne Full time

At Swinburne University, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Critical Metals Research Specialist to join our team. As a critical member of our research group, you will play a key role in advancing our knowledge and capabilities in the field of sustainable mineral processing and green steel.

About the Role:

This full-time, 2-year position is part of our new joint program with CSIRO on Sustainable Mineral Processing and Green Steel, aimed at addressing global decarbonization challenges through innovative research and development.

  • You will collaborate closely with researchers from Swinburne University and CSIRO, as well as industry partners, to advance our understanding of metallothermic reduction and its applications in critical metals research.
  • You will design and conduct independent research projects within a broader team environment, identifying complementary expertise and initiating appropriate collaborations.
  • You will analyze the state of areas of technology from publications and patents, and contribute to the development of new technologies and processes for the extraction and recycling of critical metals.
  • You will work closely with the project leader to ensure that the research goals and objectives are met, and that the project stays on track.

Key Accountabilities:

The successful candidate will have experience in the following key areas:

  • Thermodynamic/kinetics modelling and hands-on experience with thermodynamic / thermochemical packages.
  • High temperature experimentations (kinetics and equilibrium).
  • Designing and conducting independent research projects within a broader team environment.
  • Analyzing the state of areas of technology from publications and patents.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a doctoral qualification (or research experience) in Materials Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or related areas.

About You:

To be suitable for this role, you will need to have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.

About Swinburne University:

Swinburne University of Technology is a leading institution in education and research, committed to delivering high-quality programs and services that meet the needs of industry and society.

We are proud of our reputation for innovation, entrepreneurship and community engagement, and we strive to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Salary: A competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, is on offer for this position, which includes a base salary range of $95,000 - $120,000 per annum, plus superannuation benefits and access to additional allowances as per the relevant enterprise agreement.



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