Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

The School of Environment and Science offers programs in environmental, forensic, biomedical and general science which include options to combine data science with the common science majors to better equip our graduates for the digitally enabled workplace of the future.

We are looking for a Research Fellow to work within the Surfaces, Materials and Catalysis research group on the development, characterisation and evaluation of catalysts for the development of electrocatalysts as part of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Green Electrochemical Transformation of Carbon Dioxide. The Research Fellow will report to Professor Adam Lee. 

The key responsibilities for this Research Fellow position include;

• Conduct laboratory, fieldwork, and research that contributes to the research objectives of the ARC Centre of Excellence.
• Maintain a strong publication record in high-impact, international, esteemed peer-reviewed journals and pursue competitive funding.
• Contribute to group research projects as appropriate to research skills.
• Assist in mentoring and supervision of higher degree research candidates.

This is a fixed term (two year), full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Research Fellow Grade 1 range $86,526 - $101,354 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $101,236 - $118,585 per annum.

To be successful within this role, you will have a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated experience in the wet-chemical synthesis of metal and/or oxide nanoparticle or porous electrocatalysts and their deposition on solid or gas-diffusion electrodes, and hands-on experience in their characterisation by bulk and surface sensitive techniques including XRD, XPS, IR and porosimetry, and expertise in electrochemical methods including cyclic voltammetry, EIS, and chronoamperometry.
• Experience in the construction and use of electrochemical batch or flow cells for CO2 reduction, and associated use of spectroscopic (IR and UV-Vis preferred) and chromatographic (GC and HPLC preferred) methods for product analysis.
• Experience in conducting kinetic and mechanistic studies of electrocatalytic reactions, and developing structure-function relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills and contribute to the positive culture and aspirations of the School and University.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Sponsorship will be available, if required to the successful candidate.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Adam Lee at [email protected].

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Maria Mahon, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected].

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 3735 4011 quoting reference number REF6084L.

Closing date: Sunday 10th November at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.