ARC Grant-Funded Researcher (A)
Mawson Lakes, SA, Australia – Fixed term, full time contract for 3 years.
Overview
Join the School of Civil Engineering and Construction at Adelaide University to lead a nationally significant research program developing low-carbon concrete using calcined halloysite, recycled plastic fibres, and AI-assisted optimisation.
The role focuses on translating polymer and fibre production knowledge into practical concrete technologies, supporting Australia's transition toward lower-carbon, circular construction materials.
Responsibilities
Develop and optimise low-carbon concrete formulations incorporating recycled plastic fibres.
Conduct laboratory-based material development and prototype validation.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team spanning structural engineering, sustainable concrete materials, polymer/plastic fibre technology, AI optimisation and industry translation.
Engage closely with university researchers, HDR students, technical staff and industry partners, including collaborators in recycled plastic fibre production and construction applications.
Translate research outcomes into industry-relevant technologies and support practical uptake by partners.
Qualifications
A PhD in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field with expertise in concrete materials, polymer/plastic fibres, fibre-reinforced cementitious composites, or sustainable construction materials.




Interdisciplinary knowledge linking polymer/plastic materials with civil engineering applications, including fibre production, surface treatment, mechanical behaviour and concrete performance.
Strong record of high-quality research outputs, with emphasis on relevance and impact, in areas such as fibre-reinforced concrete, recycled plastic/polyolefin fibres, polymer-modified materials, low-carbon concrete or construction materials.
Industry experience or industry-facing research capability in polymer, plastic or synthetic fibre production, material processing, fibre manufacturing, product development, patents or commercial application, especially involving recycled plastics or fibres.
Evidence of translational research impact and collaboration with industry or commercial partners.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: Level A (step 6 - step 8), 102,*********,307 per annum plus 17% superannuation.
Contract: Fixed term, full-time, 3 years.
Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity
Adelaide University is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a culture of inclusion.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
We support flexible working arrangements and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
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