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Postdoctoral Fellow in Experimental Petrology and Salt Melts in Iron Oxide Copper-Gold Systems Australian National University in Australia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Geology

Funding

Salary package of $91,546 - $114,906 per annum plus 17% superannuation; full-time fixed term appointment for up to 3 years.

Deadline

Nov 8, 2026

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Australia

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Australian National University

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Geology
Chemistry
Materials Science
Petrology
Mineralogy
Earth Science
Geochemistry

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About this position

Postdoctoral Fellow at the Australian National University’s Research School of Earth Sciences, working on an ANU–BHP collaborative project.

The appointee will carry out research on salt melts in iron oxide copper-gold systems, combining experimental and analytical approaches. The position is research-intensive and includes primary responsibility for laboratory and project work, with some scope to assist with research student supervision where relevant.

The role sits within a leading Australian Earth sciences environment. At the Research School of Earth Sciences, the successful candidate will join a group that combines experimental, analytical, and field-based approaches to understand Earth processes and resource development. The appointee will work closely with ANU researchers, technical staff, and BHP collaborators, contributing to the intellectual and laboratory life of the School.

The project is supervised by Dr Michael Anenburg. The advertised research focus includes experimental petrology and mineralogical microanalysis, and the role is framed around investigating melt behavior and related processes in ore-bearing systems.

The broader college environment is the ANU College of Science and Medicine, which supports research across multiple scientific disciplines and provides access to extensive networks and world-class facilities.

Funding details

Salary package of $91,546 - $114,906 per annum plus 17% superannuation; full-time fixed term appointment for up to 3 years.

What's required

A successful candidate will have extensive knowledge in experimental petrology methods, including 1-atm gas mixing furnaces, piston cylinder apparatuses, and similar techniques. Demonstrated experience in mineralogical microanalytical techniques such as SEM-EDS, EPMA-WDS, LA-ICP-MS, and FTIR is required. The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will need to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks. Applications must include a statement addressing the selection criteria, a current CV with at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor), and an optional cover letter.

How to apply

Apply through the ANU careers portal using the application link provided. Upload a statement addressing the selection criteria, a current CV with referees, and optionally a cover letter. Ensure your application addresses the selection criteria, or it may not be considered.

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