• Full-time, fixed term to June 2028 (with possibility of extension)
• $118,308 - $140,147 (ALB) per annum, plus 17% superannuation
• John de Laeter Centre, Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Join a pioneering national research initiative at the intersection of geochemistry, data science, and critical minerals. As an AuScope EarthBank Fellow, you will play a key role in a project investigating the periodicity of critical mineral formation across Australia, using archival materials from the Curtin–Geoscience Australia Heavy Mineral Map of Australia project.
Based at the EarthBank node within the John de Laeter Centre (JdLC) at Curtin University, you’ll have access to world-class analytical facilities and be embedded within the leadership team advancing the development and application of EarthBank—a national digital platform transforming how geochemical data is collected, curated, and used across research, government, and industry.
We are seeking a capable, adaptable, and collaborative researcher with deep expertise in geochemistry, economic geology, or data science, and a strong interest in working across disciplines. The successful applicant will lead and contribute to interdisciplinary projects that develop scientific data standards, integrate geochemical and geochronological datasets, and generate new insights into Australia’s mineral systems.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Lead a data-driven research project supporting the development and integration of critical minerals datasets into EarthBank.
• Enhance EarthBank’s translational infrastructure, enabling sophisticated geospatial, isotopic, geochemical and temporal analyses of critical mineral systems.
• Develop and implement data models following FAIR data management guidelines and tools that support scalable, reusable geochemical data infrastructure.
• Collaborate with national and international partners including universities, government agencies, museums, and industry.
• Mentor student interns and contribute to community engagement at the Curtin EarthBank node.
• Contribute to the platform’s growth by co-designing features with users and contributing to interdisciplinary research outcomes.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role . We will also consider international candidates who are eligible for a relevant visa.
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

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 selection criteria (noted above) for the role (no more than 2-pages