Senior Research Fellow/Associate Professor/Professor

Description:

Job reference: 947150
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Additionally, we offer staff a competitive remuneration and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Up to 17% superannuation with *possible cash out options, plus a variety of salary packaging options.
• Parental leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), personal leave (14 days) and annual leave (20 days)
• Enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday!), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9).
• Breastfeeding facilities and campus-based childcare (where priority of placement is given to Curtin staff and students)
• Flexible work arrangements including return to work provisions
• On-campus medical centre
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About the Role:
The role involves developing and implementing an advanced research program in rock physics to support seismic monitoring of geological carbon storage.
Responsibilities include:

• Designing and conducting experiments to measure rock properties under varying conditions.
• Enhancing and maintaining laboratory equipment for seismic and ultrasonic testing.
• Analysing rock deformation and fluid distribution using advanced imaging techniques.
• Publishing research findings and securing external funding.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contributing to geophysics teaching at Curtin University.

Who we are looking for:
An enthusiastic experimental researcher with 10+ years’ experience in developing rock physics equipment as well as measurements and analysis of rock properties to support field-based applied geophysics research
Essential:

• PhD in physics, materials science, geophysics or a related discipline.
• A record of excellence in experimental rock physics research as demonstrated by a solid record of publications in scientific journals.
• Experience in developing and building forced-oscillation equipment for measuring elastic and viscolelastic properties of rocks at seismic frequencies and elevated temperatures and pressures.
• Experience in developing and building equipment for measuring elastic properties of rocks at ultrasonic frequencies
• Experience in measurements and analysis of elastic and viscolelastic properties of rocks using forced-oscillation and ultrasonic equipment at elevated temperatures and pressures.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with the research team and external stakeholders to achieve successful and timely delivery of research project outcomes.

Desirable

• Experience in using X-ray micro-CT equipment to image pore-scale structure of sedimentary rocks
• Experience in using distributed fibre-optic sensing to measure rock properties.
• Experience in successful supervision of research students.
• Experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching.
• Experience of successful project applications to attract external funding for rock physics research.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role.
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Your new Team – The Centre for Exploration Geophysics
The Exploration Geophysics team at Curtin University specialises in developing geophysical technologies for subsurface characterisation and monitoring, focusing on CO2 geosequestration, groundwater management, and environmental and energy applications.
For more information on our centre, please visit https://ceg.curtin.edu.au/ About Curtin University
About Curtin University
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. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
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What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.
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Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Up to date resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• A document addressing the section criteria for the role noted above

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on CurtinCareers@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Friday, 14 March 2025

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