Organisation/Company UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Research Field Chemistry Engineering Chemistry Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 19 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Australia Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Role type: Full-time; Fixed-Term for 18 Months
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/ School: School of Geography, Earth
Salary: Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super (PhD entry level $110,319 p.a.)

- Innovative net zero research combining hands-on DAC-MIN pilot plant experimentation and modelling.
- Join a world-class team advancing carbon mineralisation technologies to support Australia's transition to a net zero future.
- Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

In this role, you will drive experimental and modelling research to advance ex situ carbon mineralisation technologies. You will operate and optimise a pioneering DAC-MIN pilot plant, applying scientific expertise to help develop practical solutions for reducing carbon emissions.

What you will deliver:

- Design and conduct laboratory experiments and geochemical modelling to advance ex situ carbon mineralisation processes.
- Develop and refine methods for cation leaching, impurity removal, and carbonate precipitation from industrial waste materials.
- Operate, monitor and optimise the carbon mineralisation pilot plant, ensuring safe, productive, and reliable performance.
- Publish high-impact research, present at conferences,



and contribute to competitive funding proposals and industry partnerships.
- Co-supervise and mentor graduate and PhD students, supporting a collaborative, inclusive research culture within the School.

You may be a outstanding fit if you:

- Hold, or be near completing, a PhD in hydrogeochemistry, industrial chemistry, chemical engineering, or related discipline.
- Demonstrate research experience in fluid-rock reactions, carbon mineralisation, or water treatment, including experimental or modelling work.
- Present a strong, peer-reviewed publication record in relevant fields, commensurate with career stage and opportunities.
- Bring proven project or laboratory management skills, ensuring safe, efficient delivery of complex experimental programmes.
- Collaborate effectively in multi-disciplinary teams and communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse academic and industry stakeholders.
- Contribute to student supervision, mentoring, and the development of competitive research funding applications and collaborations.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

📌 Research Fellow, Carbon Mineralization (Melbourne)
🏢 Times Higher Education
📍 Melbourne