Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Officer - Minerals Processing

College Majors

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,698 – $111,431; super: 17%; benefits: up...
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Phd in chemical engineering or related discipline
Demonstrated research experience in froth flotation
Experience in mineral analysis
The College Majors is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer specializing in minerals processing, particularly in froth flotation and mineral analysis. This full-time, fixed-term position at the St Lucia campus offers opportunities for research, teaching, and industry engagement, with a competitive salary and benefits

Job Summary

  • This is an exciting opportunity for an early career researcher to contribute to high-impact, industry-aligned research in minerals processing.
  • The role involves establishing a research program focused on froth flotation and mineral analysis while collaborating with academic colleagues and industry partners.
  • Benefits include access to world-class research facilities, strong grant-writing support, up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, and clear academic progression pathways.

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The College Majors is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer specializing in minerals processing, particularly in froth flotation and mineral analysis. This full-time, fixed-term position at the St Lucia campus offers opportunities for research, teaching, and industry engagement, with a competitive salary and benefits.

Salary

Base: $83,698 – $111,431; Superannuation: 17%; Benefits: Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Chemical Engineering or related discipline
  • Demonstrated research experience in froth flotation
  • Experience in mineral analysis
  • Ability to contribute to applied project-based research
  • Strong analytical and experimental skills

Nice-to-have

  • Emerging track record of peer-reviewed publications
  • Capacity to engage with industry stakeholders
  • Experience working with compressed gas setups
  • High-pressure setup experience highly regarded
  • Effective communication within multidisciplinary teams

Key Requirements

  • Completion or near completion of PhD
  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • No employer sponsored work rights available

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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