Associate Metallurgical Laboratory Technician - Flotation Chemistry at University of Queensland

Indooroopilly, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

80606.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Laboratory Technology, Standard Operating Procedures, Laboratory Manuals, Research Programs, Laboratory Consumables, Metallurgical Laboratories, Minerals Processing, Metallurgical Sample Processing, Comminution Technologies, Flotation Technologies, Attention To Detail, Team Collaboration, Independent Work, Sound Judgment, Chemical Inventory Management, Financial Processing

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Sustainable Minerals Institute / JKMRC Full-time (100%), fixed-term positions for up to 12 months Base salary will be in the range $76,025.01 - $80,606.71 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 4) Based at our University Mine - Indooroopilly About This Opportunity We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our Flotation Chemistry research team and contribute to innovative mineral processing projects. In this role you’ll support the planning and execution of experimental work both in the laboratory and on mine sites, working closely with researchers and students. You’ll also take responsibility for maintaining and managing specialised Flotation Chemistry laboratory and pilot plant equipment, ensuring everything runs smoothly for groundbreaking research. Key responsibilities will include: Provide technical and operational support, including training junior laboratory assistants, preparing and distributing materials/equipment for clients, and assisting with major experiments and research programs. Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), laboratory manuals, and accurate documentation of experiments, including laboratory notebooks, research databases, and registers. Manage laboratory operations by performing equipment maintenance, stock control, chemical inventory tasks, and overseeing ordering and registration of new equipment. Undertake administrative responsibilities such as financial processing (orders and invoices), attending meetings, preparing technical reports, and contributing to research activities including mineral sample processing. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program Salary packaging options About You We are looking for a highly motivated, team-focused person seeking to launch their Laboratory Technician career at the Julius Kruttschnitt Minerals Research Centre (JKMRC): Completion of a Diploma in Laboratory Technology; or Completion of a Certificate IV with relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training Documented experience in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory manuals, and assisting in the conduct of multiple complex research programs. Documented experience in ordering and maintaining laboratory consumables, including managing ordering spreadsheets. Foundational knowledge of minerals processing; an understanding of metallurgical laboratories. Experience of working in minerals processing and metallurgical contexts, including at industrial sites Experience using metallurgical sample processing equipment, comminution and flotation technologies. Attention to detail, ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment, and collaborate effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Liza Forbes l.forbes@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11:00 pm AEST (R-58357). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for mid January 2026. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing technical and operational support in the laboratory and on mine sites, including training junior staff and managing laboratory operations. Additionally, the technician will develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and assist with major experiments and research programs.