Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Four-year, fixed-term, full time position.
- $114,307 - $135,408 (ALB) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
- Curtin Bentley (Perth, Western Australia) based

**Job Reference: 737889**

Are you keen to play an integral role in a project delivering real-word differences by studying elements relevant to the green energy transition? Perhaps you have expertise in the geology of critical minerals, or their extraction? If this opportunity interests you and aligns with your skillset and experience, we encourage you to read on and apply

In this role you will report to Dr. Denis Fougerouse, Senior Research Fellow in the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences. Dr. Fougerouse is a world leader in the nanoscale characterisation of minerals and an expert in ore mineralisation systems. Working with him offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and contribute to pioneering projects in the field. You will benefit from his extensive expertise, a collaborative research environment, and access to state-of-the-art facilities.

The project funds also cover the provision of two PhD students, whom you will have the opportunity to co-advise.

**Your new role**
The School of Earth and Planetary Sciences is seeking a Research Fellow expert in ore geology, or extractive metallurgy to conduct advanced mineral characterisation to determine processes responsible for by-product critical element mineralisation in major ore minerals, or their deportment during mineral processing.

The researcher will join a multi-disciplinary team that includes researchers from Earth and Planetary Sciences, the John de Laeter Centre, and the West Australian School of Mines.

**About us**
The School of Earth and Planetary Sciences consolidates geology, state-of-the-art analytical techniques, geophysics and more to provide world-class training for geoscientific and geospatial careers. The school undertakes fundamental and applied research into the past, present and future of our planet and solar system that has been recognised by the latest Excellence in Research for Australia assessment, where we received the highest possible ranking for our research in geology and geochemistry.

With an impressive suite of facilities and expertise, and a range of funding from academic and industry sources, we undertake research projects all over the world in most fields of geoscience.

**About Curtin**
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings. Curtin has campuses in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, and Mauritius, and delivers courses through more than 130 partner institutions worldwide.

We are an energetic and dedicated team of academics and professionals working to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.

In addition, we offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package including generous superannuation, salary packaging provisions and leave entitlements; health insurance, travel, technology and retail shopping discounts to name a few

Our vibrant campus includes a hotel, art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and a wide range of food options including a supermarket.

**Join us**
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.

**Essential Criteria**:

- A PhD in Earth sciences, mineral processing or a relevant discipline.
- Knowledge of high-spatial resolution mineral characterisation techniques.
- Practical, academic, or industry experience in geochemistry or extractive metallurgy.
- Project and financial management experience.
- Track record of publication on relevant research.

**Desirable Criteria**:

- Demonstrated ability to supervise HDR students and/or less experienced team members.
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.

**Applications close**:5:30PM AWST, 25 October 2024
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**Disclaimer**:

- Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert._

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.