Position Number: 0064488 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time; Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Science Department/School: School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences Salary: Level B – $119,231 – $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super
About the Role The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (SGEAS) is seeking an Academic Specialist in analytical geochemistry to support a wide range of research applications, from geochronology and environmental source- tracing, to biomedical and space research and beyond. Working with Dr Brandon Mahan and the Melbourne Analytical Geochemistry (MAG) team, the successful candidate will operate state-of-the-art ICP-MS instrumentation, contribute to routine laboratory operations and analyses, and develop new analytical techniques. This role also includes driving independent research, supervising postgraduate students, and enhancing research through high-impact publications and collaborations across academic, government, industry and commercial applications.
Your responsibilities will include:
Who We Are Looking For You will be a proactive and dynamic team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the research group, you bring strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, while fostering meaningful research and industry partnerships.
You will also have:
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – “The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences“ The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences (SGEAS) is a modern multidisciplinary community. We benefit society through outstanding education, research, and engagement in geography, geoscience, atmospheric science, and allied multidisciplinary areas, including climate change, environmental studies and archaeological science.
We love to share our knowledge with the world, and we are dedicated to achieving a better future for our students, societies and the environment.
What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
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Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
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Advertised: 13 Dec 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 24 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time