School of Chemical Engineering – Faculty of EAIT, Full‐time (100%). Fixed‐term position through to 30 June 2027.
Base salary: $83,698.92 – $111,431.10 + 17% super (Academic Level A). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities
* Establish and progress a focused research program on electrochemical energy systems.
* Lead experimental work on electrochemical cell and electrolyser design, device scale‐up, stack development, performance testing and optimisation.
* Publish quality research outputs in high‐impact outlets and contribute to competitive research funding applications.
* Apply best‐practice research methodologies and support the translation of knowledge and technology, including the commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.
* Contribute to the supervision and development of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, providing effective feedback, mentoring and professional development.
* Support a positive research culture through responsible conduct of research and collaborative supervision practices.
* Demonstrate citizenship behaviours aligned to UQ values by participating in school and university activities, contributing to committees and administrative processes, supporting colleagues, and building external partnerships with industry, government and the wider community.
* Participate in undergraduate or postgraduate teaching as required, delivering high‐quality learning outcomes and responding to student feedback.
Qualifications
* Completion or near completion of a PhD in chemical engineering, electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering or a closely related discipline.
* Emerging research profile with publications in refereed journals and conference presentations.
* Strong background in electrochemistry, electrochemical engineering or related clean‐energy technologies.
* Hands‐on experience with electrochemical device design and testing (e.g. electrolysers, fuel cells, flow batteries or membrane electrochemical systems).
* Experience scaling electrochemical systems from laboratory‐scale cells to larger single‐cell or multi‐cell configurations.
* Practical skills in electrochemical characterisation, including techniques such as EIS, LSV, CV, chronoamperometry and stability testing.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently, troubleshoot experimental systems, collaborate effectively and communicate clearly with academic and industry partners.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements.
* 17.5% annual leave loading.
* Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave.
* Access to world‐class facilities and equipment, grant writing support and further research funding opportunities.
EEO Statement
UQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourage applications from a wide range of candidates.
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