Jobs and Careers

• Engage in collaborative research as part of the EarthBank project of the AuScope Geochemistry Network
• Implement new techniques to increase the impact of geo-analytical research at the University
• Part-time (0.5 - 0.7 FTE) fixed-term until June 2028 role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Research Fellow or Postdoctoral Research Fellow, EarthBank will increase the capacity and capabilities of the CODES analytical laboratories at the University of Tasmania by collaborating a consortium of eleven university laboratories across Australia that are part of the EarthBank project of the AuScope Geochemistry Network. The candidate will have collaborated with the Australian geochemical and geochronological research community.

What you’ll do:

• Collaborate with staff in the CODES analytical laboratories and the EarthBank node partners to implement the EarthBank project objectives to enable analysis, preservation and discoverability of earth & environmental data.
• Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
• Undertake high-quality research/scholarly activities under limited supervision as a member of a team, publish research findings as sole author or in collaboration, in order to meet and regularly exceed the University’s research performance expectations for Level A.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community

What we’re looking for:

• A four-year tertiary qualification in a relevant field and/or equivalent qualifications and/or professional experience for Level A or A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field for Level B.
• A demonstrated ability and understanding of research in the field of analytical geochemistry and geochronology, demonstrated by a strong academic record.
• A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive networks with the discipline, profession, industry (where relevant) and wider community.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A or Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125,877 - $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $83,198 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Professor Sebastien Meffre, Head of Discipline/Professor on sebastien.meffre@utas.edu.au.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501425 - Research Fellow, EarthBank.pdf

 Position Description - 501425 - Postdoctoral Research Fellow, EarthBank.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 28 September 2025, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.