Main characteristics
- Location
- Hobart, Tasmania
- Company
- University of Tasmania
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Education & Training
Job summary
Research Fellow in Geometallurgy/Engineering GeologyFull time, fixed-term position (3 years) Based in Hobart. Opportunity to provide research support in a meaningful project.
The University of Tasmania is undertaking a three-year research project entitled Building capacity in Regional Australia to enhance Australias Economy through research, training, and environmentally sustainable production of critical metals. The successful applicant will join a team of UTAS researchers working on this project. The project involves collaboration with the University of Queensland, University of Liège, nine industry partners, Mineral Resources Tasmania and the Tasmanian Minerals, Manufacturing and Energy Council.
The Opportunity
The appointee will work as part of the research team that is focussed on pathways to production for critical metals. This will involve activities to optimise methods and devise workflows for critical metals processing as by-products from operating metal mines and from legacy mine waste facilities. Research will be focussed on industry partners mine sites and/or advanced exploration projects, as prioritised by the research project management team. Expected activities include project planning and budgeting; on-site fieldwork and sample collection; sample characterisation and analyses; evaluation, testing and development of methods used in critical metals production and extraction; and extensive interaction with project and industry partners.
Key Accountabilities: Undertake project planning and budgeting; on-site fieldwork and sample collection; sample characterisation and analyses; evaluation, testing and development of methods used in critical metals production and extraction; extensive interaction with project and industry partners; 6-monthly reporting to industry research sponsors; and supervision of HDR students. Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities. Undertake high-quality research, provide reports to the research project partners, publish research findings, contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students, and contribute to the securing of external competitive and other funding, in order to meet and regularly exceed the Universitys research performance expectations for Level B. Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University, locally, nationally and internationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community Contribute to social media output and other community outreach strategies as required.
Your Application
To be successful in the role, your application will need to demonstrate; A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, with expertise in one or more of the following: geometallurgy, georesources engineering, chemical engineering, engineering geology, economic geology. A good record of research that has made worthwhile contributions to the field of Earth Sciences/Engineering, demonstrated by a record of quality research outputs, presentations at conferences and preferably success in securing external competitive and other funding. Experience in conducting industry-focussed field and/or laboratory-based research. Demonstrated ability to deliver project outcomes, on-time and in-budget, in a team-based research environment. Demonstrated high-level English language oral and written communication skills.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $142,799 comprising base salary within the range of $105,131 to $122,050 plus 17% superannuation.
COVID-19 Update:
The University of Tasmania recognises that this is critical for the workforce at the University to protect the safety of our workforce and vulnerable Tasmanians.
Applicants for this role must be prepared to provide evidence of Covid-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.
How to Apply To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation: Resume; Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role; Your responses to the success criteria. For further information about this position, please contact David Cooke, Director - CODES, [Apply online] or 03 6226 7605 Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
Applications close Thursday, 4 August 2022, 11.55pm
Position Description - Research Fellow in Geometallurgy Engineering Geology.pdf
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