Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The W.H. Bryan Mining and Geology Research Centre (BRC) is one of the six centres of the SMI and was established in 1991. SMI-BRC is known for practical innovation in mass mining and global leadership in deep mine development and operation. It has three complimentary applied research programmes that draw on expertise in geological and mining processes to target more accurate performance predictions for higher capacity mining, quantitative modelling of orebodies including variability and uncertainty for informed decision-making; achieving greater productivity from current mine to mill operations; and growing institutional capabilities in resource stewardship and advancing the discovery of deep, large ore bodies.

Information about the Centre may be accessed on their web site at http://www.brc.uq.edu.au    

The role

The successful appointee will have an important role in the conduct of funded research projects being undertaken by a dynamic multidisciplinary team. The first aim of the fellowship will be to contribute to building the Geometallurgical capability of the WH Bryan Mining and Geology Research Centre in collaboration with the JKMRC. The appointee will participate in existing and new programs aimed at improving the linkages between geological characteristics of orebodies and the prediction of the mining and metallurgical performance. The appointee will draft project reports and working papers and author or co-author academic publications as well as take on some responsibility for project management.

The person

Applicants should possess a PhD qualification in the area of geometallurgy, with specific emphasis on geometallurgical characterisation of ores based on both texture and mineralogy. You should have demonstrated knowledge in geometallurgy, mineral processing, modelling and simulation. Evidence of a contribution to research, including working on successful external grant applications as well an ability to establish relationships and to represent and promote geomettalurgy at a university and wider community level, including industry, government and professional bodies.

The University of Queensland values diversity and inclusion and actively encourages applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Please refer to the University’s Diversity and Inclusion webpage (https://staff.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/human-resources/diversity) for further information and points of contact if you require additional support.  

Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to the contact person listed in the job advertisement.

Remuneration

This is a full-time, fixed term appointment at Academic Research level A. The remuneration package will be in the range $81,545 - $87,535 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 17% (total package will be in the range $89,292 - $102,415 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Professor Rick Valenta on +61 7 3365 5881 or r.valenta@uq.edu.au

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.