Research Associate - School Of Civil And Mechanical Engineering

Join our dynamic team as a Research Associate and play a vital role in revolutionising the way we build concrete infrastructure.
•$97,941 - $105,008 (ALA6-ALA8) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
•2 years full time fixed term appointment
•Commencing immediately
Job Reference: 1119833
School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering
The School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering is a collegial working environment, which undertakes outstanding theoretical and applied research, and runs highly regarded and popular teaching programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge, and capability of all our staff. We embrace flexibility to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.
About the Project and the role:
Concrete infrastructure is essential for economic growth and poverty alleviation, but the environmental impact of traditional cement production is a growing concern. The annual consumption of cement concrete has already reached 30 billion tonnes, emitting significant CO2 and posing risks of ground contamination. We are seeking a dedicated Research Associate to work on a groundbreaking project that aims to develop an alternative cementation technology inspired by nature's own building processes.
In this role you will:
•Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to isolate microbes from natural sites with dissolution and remineralisation phenomena.
•Conduct separate experimentation to demonstrate dissolution and remineralisation processes.
•Integrate the processes to showcase bio-sintering and its potential for reducing CO2 emissions.
•Assist in the development of a pilot-scale setup to establish design parameters for bio-sintering in specific applications.
•Lead rigorous experimentation to evaluate erosion prevention through bio-sintering for coastal and waterway protection.
•Analyse and interpret experimental data, preparing regular progress reports and contributing to research publications.
•Participate in team discussions, brainstorming sessions, and project planning meetings.
You will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role. Only in limited situations will visa sponsorship situations be considered.
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Abhijit Mukherjee, School of Civil and Mechanical Engineering via ***************@curtin.edu.au.
About us
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, and endless food options including a supermarket.
We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace, offering generous superannuation and salary packaging benefits. We are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au
Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and a separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Selection criteria:
•Applicants must hold a PhD or an equivalent degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, or related fields.
•Strong background in concrete technology, sustainable construction, and environmental impact assessment.
•Experience with microbial isolation, dissolution, remineralization, and related laboratory techniques.
•Proficiency in data analysis and relevant software/tools for research purposes.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a research team.
To view a copy of the generic Academic Role Statement, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser.
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Applications close: 10pm Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), Sunday 4th February 2024.
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any queries in relation to this application process, please contact our careers team on 08 9266 90***(option 3,1) and quote the Job Reference.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.