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About the role:
PERSOLKELLY is looking to hire a Research Chemist for its esteemed client in the field of nuclear science and technology. The client is known to provide practical solutions and innovative technology in ways that deliver financial and environmental benefits to the mining and mineral processing industries.
Primary Objective
The primary objective of the Research Chemist is to support research activities relating to the processing of critical minerals with an emphasis on leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, and precipitation techniques.
The unit also operates a Research Group that seeks to identify, investigate, and develop technologies that will:
- increase the competitiveness and environmental sustainability of operations in the processing of critical minerals, uranium, and mineral processing industries affected by NORM (naturally occurring radioactive materials);
- underpin our commercial consulting services; and
- foster collaborative relationships to broaden the research portfolio to address more fundamental research questions in core areas.
The Minerals Research Group has several new projects commencing in critical minerals which the Research Chemist may contribute to.
Position Environment
The Research Chemist reports to a Senior Consultant. The role holder is expected to manage their research project, drawing on technical support from the business unit when appropriate.
Key Accountabilities
- Organise and coordinate experimental activities associated with the processing of critical minerals, uranium, and ores containing radioactivity with emphasis on leaching, solvent extraction, ion exchange, and precipitation techniques. This means planning and implementing experiments, in consultation with the Research team.
- Carrying out the experiments abovementioned, and analysis of the results;
- Prepare a project plan under guidelines given by the project supervisor.
- Writing reports and contributing to journal and conference publications relating to the research projects;
- Collect, analyze, and assess data, recognize the value of data, and identify gaps that need to be filled to draw conclusions and develop process solutions. This involves applying sound judgment based on scientific knowledge/experience to identify good data and the ability to credibly question results.
- Seize opportunities for innovation and creativity for solving complex scientific problems and provide competitive advantage to clients' Minerals projects.
- Assist in the preparation and presentation of papers for national and international forums.
- Keep abreast of the literature; maintain knowledge of industry best practices and technological developments
Challenges
The major challenges for this position include:
- Continually seek new solutions and develop new techniques/processes and methods that provide the client with a competitive advantage.
- Continually challenge established ways of working in favor of more productive approaches.
- Keep up to date with changing technology/ techniques and other industry/research developments
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- A degree in Chemical Engineering/ Applied Chemistry/ Chemistry or Metallurgy is essential and a PhD in a similar field is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated research experience in Chemical Engineering/Applied Chemistry/ Chemistry and/or Hydrometallurgy.
- Research experience in any field of hydrometallurgy such as leaching of minerals, separation science such as solvent extraction, ion exchange, crystallization, membrane separation, or water treatment would be an advantage
- High-level verbal communication skills and ability to present at professional forums.
- Good written communication skills, including previous publications in refereed journals and other publications.
Eligibility
Please only apply to this role if you are an Australian citizen and have relevant expertise in chemical engineering, metallurgy, mineralogy, chemistry, geology, and radiation safety.
You can apply directly by clicking on the apply link or email me at *********@persolkelly.com.au to have a detailed discussion about the role.
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