Geophysics Professor

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Curtin University of Technology Full time
Role Requirements

This is a fixed-term contract opportunity, and the successful candidate will be required to have current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. The role involves working with a dynamic and collaborative research team to develop and implement an advanced research program in rock physics.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement an advanced research program in rock physics.
  • Design and conduct experiments to measure rock properties under varying conditions.
  • Enhance and maintain laboratory equipment for seismic and ultrasonic testing.
  • Analyse rock deformation and fluid distribution using advanced imaging techniques.
  • Publish research findings and secure external funding.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Contribute to geophysics teaching at Curtin University.
Essential Requirements
  • PhD in physics, materials science, geophysics or a related discipline.
  • Record of excellence in experimental rock physics research.
  • Experience in developing and building forced-oscillation equipment.
  • Experience in developing and building equipment for measuring elastic properties of rocks.
  • Experience in measurements and analysis of elastic and viscoelastic properties of rocks.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the research team and external stakeholders.


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