North-West University
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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Beneficiation of Critical Raw Materials North-West University in South Africa
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
Postdoctoral fellowship; remuneration listed as market related. The post is a fixed-term appointment at North-West University.
Deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Country
South Africa
University
North-West University

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North-West University (Potchefstroom Campus), Faculty of Engineering, Centre for Sustainable Mining is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Beneficiation of Critical Raw Materials.
The research programme, hosted by the South African Circular Minerals and Metals Initiative (SACMMI), focuses on the beneficiation and recovery of critical raw materials from secondary resources using pyrometallurgical and hydrometallurgical processing routes. The project covers process development, optimisation, and integration for the recovery, separation, and upgrading of critical metals and minerals from mine wastes, metallurgical residues, industrial by-products, and end-of-life materials.
Applicants should have a relevant PhD in extractive metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy, or a closely related discipline, awarded within the last five years. The post also requires experimental research experience, a strong publication record, and excellent analytical, scientific-writing, and communication skills.
The fellowship offers the chance to work in a multidisciplinary research group with access to mineral/material characterisation facilities, hydrometallurgical systems, high-temperature pyrometallurgical equipment, analytical facilities, and national/international collaborations. The role is aimed at researchers interested in circular resource utilisation, recycling, mineral processing, and sustainable mineral-processing technologies.
Closing date: 30 October 2026. Commencement: as soon as possible.
Funding details
Postdoctoral fellowship; remuneration listed as market related. The post is a fixed-term appointment at North-West University.
What's required
A relevant PhD degree in extractive metallurgy, metallurgical engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy or a closely related discipline, obtained within five years before appointment as a postdoctoral fellow. Applicants should have demonstrated experimental research experience in extractive metallurgy or a related field, a good publication record in peer-reviewed international journals, strong experimental, analytical and scientific-writing skills, the ability to plan and conduct research independently, analyse and interpret experimental results, and prepare outputs for publication. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are required; interest in hydrometallurgy, pyrometallurgy and recycling is advantageous.
How to apply
Apply via the NWU recruitment listing before the closing date. For enquiries, contact Derik van der Westhuizen or Prof Kaniki Tumba by email.
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