Grant-Funded Researcher (A/B) - AlumiNEXT Process Simulation and System OptimizationJob no: 515401Work type: Fixed term - Full-timeCampus: AdelaideCategories: Level A, Level B, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology(Level A) $98,574 - $105,611 or (Level B) $111,031 – $131,335 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.A full-time, fixed term position available for 24 months.Build your research career at the School of Chemical Engineering and contribute to a research program.About the Project:Join an innovative project funded through the HILT CRC, focusing on transforming the Australian heavy industry, particularly alumina production. The Alumina Refineries' Next Generation Transition (AlumiNEXT) Project seeks to address immediate and long-term challenges in alumina refinery operations. The project aims to de-risk high TRL technologies for retrofitting existing refineries, enabling significant emissions reductions, while also advancing the development of novel technologies for next-generation, net-zero refineries.Key areas of focus include:Developing process models for refinery-specific evaluations of low-carbon heat supply to calciners and the Bayer process.Designing novel steam integration strategies to recover and reuse steam or waste heat currently vented or lost.Exploring technologies and pathways for emissions mitigation and promoting a circular economy.About the Workplace:You will be part of a dynamic and multi-institutional team. This environment offers unique collaboration opportunities with local and international researchers and industry leaders. You will work closely with experts in clean energy technologies and gain access to a diverse range of academic and industry insights.This role provides an exceptional opportunity to contribute to transformative advancements in heavy industry decarbonization, while building meaningful partnerships with key stakeholders in the alumina sector.To be successful you will need:Level A:A PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.Experience in modelling and conducting economic analyses of mineral processing and/or thermo-chemical processes.Experience and demonstrated competence in process and system simulation, as well as in developing mathematical models for physical systems.Strong technical writing skills for high quality scientific journals, as well as verbal communication skills suited to academia settings.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team, interact effectively with colleagues and external collaborators.Level B:A PhD degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.Demonstrated experience in modelling and conducting economic analyses of mineral processing and/or thermo-chemical processes.Demonstrated experience and competence in process and system simulation, as well as in developing mathematical models for physical systems.Strong technical writing skills for high quality scientific journals, as well as verbal communication skills suited to academia settings.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team, interact effectively with colleagues and external collaborators.Enjoy an outstanding career environmentThe University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. 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.In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.Click on the 'Apply Now' button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description or selection criteria document.Applications close 11:55pm, 12th of January 2025.For further informationFor a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:You'll find a full selection criteria below:The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.Advertised: 09 Dec 2024 12:00 AMApplications close: 12 Jan 2025 11:55 PM
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