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Postdoctoral Researcher in Geochronology and Applied Geochemistry Southern Cross University in Australia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full-time fixed-term postdoctoral employment for 5 years at ACAD Level B. Salary is AUD 114,482 to 135,392 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 158,409.

Deadline

Sep 17, 2026

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Australia

University

Southern Cross University

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Analytical Chemistry
Geophysics
Archaeology
Earth Science
Mass Spectrometry
Geochronology
Isotope Geochemistry

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About this position

Southern Cross University is advertising a Postdoctoral Researcher in Geochronology and Applied Geochemistry within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. The role is based at Lismore, New South Wales, Australia, and is a full-time fixed-term appointment for 5 years at ACAD Level B.

The research focus is strongly centered on geochronology, applied geochemistry, analytical chemistry, and archaeological science, with work on archaeological and cultural heritage materials, dating inorganic materials from arid and challenging depositional environments, and fieldwork in remote regions of Australia. The post also welcomes broader geochemistry applications, especially in health and medicine.

The position offers access to advanced analytical instrumentation and strong academic and technical support, and is linked to an Australian Research Council (ARC) Training Centre project. The salary is AUD 114,482–135,392 per annum plus 17% superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 158,409.

Applicants should hold a PhD in geochemistry, analytical chemistry, geochronology, archaeological science, Earth sciences, environmental sciences, geosciences, or a related discipline. Experience with geochemical, isotopic, or analytical chemistry techniques is required. Highly regarded skills include uranium-series dating, isotope geochemistry, mass spectrometry, laser ablation, ICP-MS, MC-ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS, LA-MC-ICP-MS, organic geochemistry, HDR supervision, and working with Indigenous communities.

The named contact is Professor Renaud Joannes-Boyau at Southern Cross University. Applications close at 11:30pm AEST on 17 September 2026. Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or current working rights in Australia for the full duration of the appointment. Apply online with a CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term postdoctoral employment for 5 years at ACAD Level B. Salary is AUD 114,482 to 135,392 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 158,409.

What's required

PhD in geochemistry, analytical chemistry, geochronology, archaeological science, Earth sciences, environmental sciences, geosciences, or a related discipline. Demonstrated experience applying geochemical, isotopic or analytical chemistry techniques is required, along with a publication record relative to career stage and excellent communication and collaboration skills. Highly regarded experience includes uranium-series dating, isotope geochemistry, mass spectrometry, laser ablation, ICP-MS, MC-ICP-MS, LA-ICP-MS or LA-MC-ICP-MS, organic geochemistry, applications in health/medicine/biomineralisation/environmental science, HDR student supervision or mentoring, and working with Indigenous communities. Applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or current working rights in Australia for the full appointment.

How to apply

Apply online through the SEEK/Southern Cross University application process. Attach a CV and a cover letter that clearly addresses each selection criterion in the position description. Submit before 11:30pm AEST on 17 September 2026.

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