We are seeking a Research Fellow in Innovative and Energy-Efficient Biological Wastewater Treatment to join School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Academic Division.
We are seeking a Research Fellow contributing to developing innovative granular sludge-based biological wastewater treatment processes, with a focus on linking omic-based understanding of microbial ecology and kinetics to novel engineering design and operation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wastewater bioreactor engineering, microbial kinetics, and molecular microbiology. The Research Fellow will be working as a part of an interdisciplinary team including graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, professors, and industry partners. The position provides significant opportunities for growth and to pursue a career in academia or industry.
Real world impact
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
About the area
School of Civil and Environmental Engineering sits within the Faculty of Engineering, Academic Division and is responsible for providing a unique opportunity to lead research projects in close cooperation with urban water utilities, other industries, governments and collaborators at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT).
What you need to succeed
1. Completion of doctoral qualification in Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field with a focus on sustainable wastewater treatment.
2. Strong knowledge and understanding of wastewater (molecular) microbiology, advanced kinetics modelling, and innovative treatment processes.
3. Experience in operating and optimizing continuous bioreactors and pilot-scale systems for wastewater treatment.
4. Excellent communication skills with the ability to prepare research proposals, manuscripts, and technical reports.
5. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary research teams.
6. Strong publication record in reputable journals showcasing research productivity.
Careers at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation.
Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Leave loading of 17.5%.
Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths.
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Our Commitment
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
In support of our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career.
We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength – see our commitment. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.
Reference number: 23601
Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis for three (3) years.
Remuneration: AUD$87,917 to AUD$119,296 pa (LEVA) (inclusive of AUD$74,291 to AUD$100,806 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Gardens Point Campus
Job opens: 27-Jun-2023
Applications Close: 09-Aug-2023 at 11.30pm
For more details, please use the following link: https://qut.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplic…