School of Chemical Engineering – Faculty of EAIT
Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 12 months
Base salary will be in the range $83,698.91 - $111,431.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane
About This Opportunity
This AEA Ignite project requires a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/ Research Officer in Electrochemical Recovery to conduct research on lithium-ion battery waste, including metal recovery, system operation, materials characterisation, and research outputs, ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
* Research: Conduct high-quality research on lithium-ion battery waste, including compositional screening and experimental recovery processes. Operate specialised electrochemical and crystallisation systems, and contribute to reports, publications, and research dissemination.
* Teaching: Contribute to teaching support as required.
* Supervision and Researcher Development: Collaborate with researchers and supervisors to deliver projects, support and mentor students, and foster a positive, team-oriented research environment.
* Citizenship and Service: Demonstrate UQ values through collaboration, active participation, and self-leadership. Support team operations, contribute to service and administrative roles, and build external partnerships with industry, government, and the community.
About You
* Completion of a PhD, or submission of a PhD thesis with the expectation of award within a reasonable timeframe, in chemical engineering, materials science, or a related discipline.
* Demonstrated hands-on experience in separation processes, electrocatalysis, or related research areas.
* Experience in advanced materials characterisation techniques, such as XRD, XPS, SEM/EDX, TEM/EDX, EPR, IR, TGA, and BET.
* Experience with Synchrotron-based characterisation techniques, especially PD and XAS, is highly desirable.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
* Effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.
* Evidence of research outputs, including publications in reputable refereed journals, is desirable.
* Ability to actively engage and communicate effectively with industry partners to support project objectives.
In support of our Indigenous employment strategy, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. We value lived experience, community connection and diverse career pathways.
Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
Work Rights
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Applications close on Sunday, 26 April 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-63652).
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