Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh
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PhD Scholarship in Rare Earth Element Recovery from Australian Mine Wastes Curtin University in Australia
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Geology
Funding
If selected as the preferred candidate, the applicant may be considered for an RTP scholarship. The post also mentions an internship/industry placement opportunity through the project.
Deadline
Expired
Country
Australia
University
Curtin University
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About this position
Curtin University is advertising an RTP PhD scholarship opportunity in rare earth element recovery from Australian mine wastes. The project, titled “Unlocking Rare Earth Elements from Australian Mine Wastes for a Sustainable Future”, focuses on developing advanced approaches for recovering rare earth elements (REEs) from tailings storage facilities and other low-grade mine waste streams.
The research combines mineralogical characterisation, geochemistry, mineral processing, hydrometallurgy, and separation technologies to identify technically viable and economically scalable pathways for REE recovery. It also evaluates environmental performance, tailings stability, water quality, techno-economic feasibility, and lifecycle impacts, with a strong emphasis on sustainable mining, critical minerals, and circular resource recovery.
The ideal candidate should have a background in mining engineering, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or a related field. Experience in mineral processing, geochemistry, or tailings management is desirable. Applicants should be strong in experimental research, data interpretation, analytical thinking, and communication, and should be interested in sustainable mining and critical minerals research. The opportunity is open to both international and domestic applicants, and candidates must meet Curtin University PhD entry requirements.
Funding is described as an RTP scholarship for the preferred candidate, and the project also mentions an industry internship/placement opportunity with mining and resources companies. The deadline for the Expression of Interest is 31 July 2026.
To apply, submit an Expression of Interest to Dr Roohollah Shirani Faradonbeh using the provided EOI link and follow the Curtin graduate research application process.
Funding details
If selected as the preferred candidate, the applicant may be considered for an RTP scholarship. The post also mentions an internship/industry placement opportunity through the project.
What's required
Applicants must be eligible for entry into a PhD program at Curtin University. A strong background in mining engineering, metallurgy, chemical engineering, or a related field is preferred. Experience in mineral processing, geochemistry, or tailings management is desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to conduct experimental research and interpret complex data, familiarity with hydrometallurgical processes or materials characterisation, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are expected. Excellent communication skills and a strong interest in sustainable mining and critical minerals research are also required.
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Lecturer (Assistant Professor)
Australia
Research Interests
Rock Mechanics
Geotechnical Engineering
Geomechanics
Geological Engineering
Fracture Mechanics
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