This Job is based in Australia

The Opportunity

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering has an opportunity for a Research Associate. In this role, you will be working on sustainable concrete projects with the aim of developing and optimising novel construction material mix designs and testing their performance and durability in comparison with traditional concretes made from Portland cement. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the project leader and the team to transfer the knowledge to the industry partners of the project and will work proactively in seeking their feedback for continuous improvement of the products.

This position will give you the opportunity to develop your scholarly research and professional activities both nationally and internationally through your contributions to the writing of scientific papers and reports for international journals, your participation in conferences and workshops, and your active engagement with industry partners.

This role reports to Associate Professor Ailar Hajimohammadi, and has no direct reports

Level A, Salary - $100,318 to $107,299 per annum + 17% superannuation
Full time
Fixed-term contract 12 months
Location: Kensington Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes, were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do, its how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, youre in the right place.

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is in the Faculty of Engineering that has over 3,300 students and an operating budget of over $23 million. The School has 48 full time academic staff, 30 professional and technical staff and 80 research only appointments. The Schools mission is to develop well-educated graduates with the essential skills, attributes and knowledge that will enable them to practice as professional civil or environmental engineers; and to conduct research and development of international distinction to meet the needs of the discipline, industry and society. For further information about the School, please visit http://www.civeng.unsw.edu.au/

Skills And Experience

A PhD (or soon to be awarded) in construction materials, alkali-activated materials or related areas.
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research with limited supervision.
Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
Demonstrated ability and publications showing successful experimental research on construction materials testing and characterisation.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with other staff and external providers.
Demonstrated ability in collaborations with industry to meet project milestones (desirable, not mandatory).
Demonstrated ability and publications in making successful mix designs for alkali-activated materials and geopolymers (desirable, not mandatory).
Demonstrated ability and publications showing the research on the durability of construction materials (desirable, not mandatory).
An understanding of and commitment to UNSWs aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
Ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

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