Research Fellow

4 months ago


Toowoomba, Australia University of Southern Queensland Full time
What you'll do

Reporting to the Associate Professor (Geotechnical Engineering), you will conduct research to explore next generation composite geotechnical engineering support elements with robust strength properties. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Developing a cohesive research profile under the guidance of a mentor or supervisor, focusing on advancing your expertise in geotechnical engineering.
  • Conducting a comprehensive literature review, executing systematic experimental studies, performing data analysis, and preparing detailed reports for our industry partner.
  • Compiling progress reports, participating in industry meetings pertinent to the research project, and effectively communicating and disseminating research outcomes.
  • Establishing and building collaborative research partnerships with a variety of partners.  

What will help you succeed

Your energy and initiative, combined with your knowledge regarding Composite Geotechnical Support Elements will be key to your success in this role. In addition, you will have:

  • an Honours degree or higher qualification in textile engineering or manufacturing, or geotechnical/mining/civil engineering with manufacturing experiences or equivalent tertiary qualifications. Progression towards completion of a Doctoral qualification will be highly regarded.
  • relevant experience in advanced composite manufacturing, pultrusion, braidtrusion, vacuum infusion, injection moulding, multifunctional composites, compression moulding, extruder designing, polymer resin infusion, and other composite manufacturing expertise. A willingness to learn geotechnical/manufacturing engineering concepts under the direction of the mentor is preferred and encouraged.
  • excellent communication skills and an ability to engage effectively with key internal and external stakeholders.

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances.

To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.

Find out more about UniSQ and our Centre for Future Materials via the following .

Reference Number : 0148_07/24

Location:

Term : Part-time fixed-term appointment for 12 months (26.25 hrs/week)

Salary : Total remuneration range $63,798 to $85,587 pa (includes salary range of $53,905 to $72,317 pa, employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)

Closes : Monday, 5 August 2024 at 11:30 pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on how to apply please refer to our website - .  


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