Research Fellow

1 week ago


Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

**School of Earth Sciences**
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for three years.
- Base salary range: Level B, $113,934 - $134,824 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, petroleum geoscience, geochemistry, hydrogeology and marine geoscience. The School has an international reputation in research and teaching with strong support from the mineral exploration, petroleum and groundwater industries, and well-established collaborations with industry and state and federal government agencies. The School hosts the ARC-funded Centre for Critical Resources for the Future, which brings together partners in academia, industry and government to address research and training challenges in critical minerals.

**About the opportunity**
- Plan, implement and coordinate workflows according to project requirements and timelines, including undertaking measurements and data processing, ensuring data quality control, and assisting other researchers and students in these functions
- Lead engagement with key industry partners, and be responsible for knowledge transfer to industry and government stakeholders
- Oversee supervision and training of PhD students

**About you**
- PhD qualification in Geoscience
- A high level of competency in techniques for rock and mineral characterisation and microanalysis, especially with electron microbeam, ion microprobe and laser ablation ICPMS platforms, with a track record of innovation in these or similar techniques
- A record of establishing and maintaining effective, positive relationships with the minerals exploration industry
- A demonstrated ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team

**Note**: A current “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Research Fellow (Earth Sciences)] - Level [B].pdf

**How to apply**

**Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 23 March 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.

Learn more about us.

**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.


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