Post Doctoral-Research Fellow

Edith Cowan University

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we're inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we're united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

POST DOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING JOONDALUP CAMPUS $86,284 - $108,025 (LEVEL A) FIXED TERM (12 MONTHS), FULL-TIME

The School of Engineering has an excellent track record of rapid expansion and program diversification, whilst maintaining exceptional rigour and quality in the delivery of engineering programs at Bachelor, Masters, and PhD levels.

The School has a strong commitment to delivering very high quality engineering education with depth and breath, producing world class research outcomes, and engaging with and community stakeholders to the benefit of teaching and research activities and to improve graduate outcomes. The School of Engineering has strong track record of partnership with world-class research organisations, Industry and of achieving outcomes and impact.

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Mineral Recovery Research Centre (MRRC) in the School of Engineering at Edith Cowan University's Joondalup campus. The successful candidate will contribute to the ARC Research Hub for Critical Energy Separation Materials (ARC CREST), working with researchers and industry partners to develop more sustainable processes for the recovery and purification of lithium and other critical minerals.

We seek a researcher with a PhD in chemical engineering, mineral processing, materials science or a related field, and experience in mineral extraction, separation technologies or process development. The role involves independent experimental research, collaboration across disciplines, publication of findings and delivery of project milestones.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we're committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

Contact

Questions about this position can be directed to Professor Amir Razmjou at

Advert Closure

Applications close on Monday 7 December 2026 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.

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