• $104,917 - $112,487 (ALA6-ALA8) plus 17% superannuation
• Full-time, fixed term, 1 year position
• Based at our Bentley Campus
  Job Reference: 1056991

ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity exists for an Analytical Chemist/Organic and Isotope Geochemist and Geomicrobiologist/ Early life to play a significant role in the WA-Organic and Isotope Geochemistry Centre (WA-OIGC) and School of Earth and Planetary Sciences (EPS) at Curtin University.
We are seeking a motivated independent individual (Early Career Researcher) to carry out world class research in the areas of biomarkers/biomolecules and geomicrobiology/early life in exceptional soft tissue fossil preservation from a global suite of samples from the geological record.
You will research under the direction of ARC Laureate Fellow Prof. Kliti Grice, organic geochemical, paleontological and energy related researchers and students within WA-OIGC and EPS and across schools.
The ideal applicant will be an expert in Earth Sciences and have significant experience in analytical chemistry and biomarker analysis (e.g. GC-MS, GC-MRM, LC-MS, compound specific isotope analyses, GCXGC TOFMS, TOF-SIMS, imaging techniques) and a good understanding of plant/ microbial processes and early life. In addition, you will have an excellent record of publication in the field of organic geochemistry and plant evolution, microbiology/ early life.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current 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
• A document addressing the selection criteria for the role (noted above