Research Associate of Earth Science and Engineering

Imperial College London

Research Associate of Earth Science and Engineering

 

Job summary

Purpose of the Post   The post is funded by the Rio Tinto to investigate to use advanced imaging to measure the structural and mineralogical properties of ores in order to assess their amenability to various dry processing technologies.   To carry out research programmes, undertake project management and/or supervise multi-disciplinary teams. The Research Associate will be expected to submit publications to refereed journals and to attract...

 

Job listing information

  • Reference ENG02183
  • Date posted 20 June 2022
  • Closing date 19 July 2023

 

Key information about the role 

  • Location South Kensington Campus (map)
  • Position type Full time, fixed term
  • Salary £41,593 – £49,210 plus benefits
  • Department Department of Earth Science & Engineering
  • Category Researcher / Non Clinical Researcher

Job description

Job summary

 

Purpose of the Post

 


The post is funded by the Rio Tinto to investigate to use advanced imaging to measure the structural and mineralogical properties of ores in order to assess their amenability to various dry processing technologies.


 


To carry out research programmes, undertake project management and/or supervise multi-disciplinary teams. The Research Associate will be expected to submit publications to refereed journals and to attract external research funding.  

Duties and responsibilities

      

Key Responsibilities

 

Research Duties:

  • To take initiatives in the planning of research
  • To direct the work of small research teams
  • To identify and develop suitable techniques for imaging mineral ores

·       To develop and carry out imaging procedures using techniques including XMT and SEM/EDX

  • To conduct data analysis
  • To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times
  • To maintain accurate and complete records of all findings
  • To write reports for submission to research sponsors
  • To present findings to colleagues and at conferences
  • To submit publications to refereed journals
  • To provide guidance to staff and students
  • To attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary
  • To develop contacts and research collaborations within the College and the wider community
  • To promote the reputation of the Group, the Department and the College
  • To provide guidance to PhD Students

·       Contribute to bids for research grants

·       To conduct and plan own scientific work with appropriate supervision.

·       To maintain highly organised and accurate record of experimental work

·       To actively participate in the research programme of the Group

·       To publish in high quality journals and to present data at national and international meetings

·       To participate in Group research meetings and internal seminars

·       To collaborate with other allied scientists within Imperial College and elsewhere in London and abroad, as appropriate

·       To contribute to the smooth running of the Group’s laboratories and facilities with other scientists, technicians and students within the laboratories

·       Assist in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research students and research assistants as required

·       To comply with the College, Division, and Unit safety practices and to attend courses on safety when appropriate

·       Any other duties as may be deemed reasonable by Head of group as well as Head of Division/Department/Section

 

Other Duties:

·       To undertake any necessary training and/or development

  • To undertake appropriate administration tasks
  • To attend relevant meetings

 

Where Imperial or funder conditions necessitate, you will be required to complete timesheets for your work on projects in a timely manner.

 

Essential requirements

Hold a PhD in Imaging or Minerals Processing or a closely related discipline, or equivalent research, industrial or commercial experience

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant.

Publications in relevant and refereed journals

Practical experience in a broad range of techniques including x-ray micro tomography and SEM/EDX

Experience in developing image processing and data analysis algorithms

Experience of designing and executing experimental programs

Practical experience within a research environment

Knowledge

Knowledge of minerals processing

Knowledge of research methods and statistical procedures

Skills & Abilities

Ability to conduct a detailed review of recent literature

Ability to develop and apply new concepts

Creative approach to problem-solving

Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to deal with a wide range of people

Excellent written communication skills and the ability to write clearly and succinctly for publication

Ability to organise own work with minimal supervision

Ability to prioritise own work in response to deadlines

Advanced computer skills, including word-processing, spreadsheets and the Internet

Ability to direct the work of a small research team and motivate others to produce a high standard of work

 

Other

Willingness to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and cooperative

Flexible attitude towards work

Discipline and regard for confidentiality and security at all times

Willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role

Willingness to travel both within the United Kingdom and abroad to conduct research and attend conferences

 

 

Further information

 

Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Imperial College is committed to equality of opportunity and to eliminating discrimination. All employees are expected to follow the Imperial Values & Behaviours framework. Our values are:

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  • Collaboration
  • Excellence         
  • Integrity
  • Innovation

Employees are also required to comply with all College policies and regulations paying special attention to: Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Financial Regulations, Health and Safety, Information Technology, Smoking, Private Engagements and Register of Interests. They must also undertake specific training and assume responsibility for safety relevant to specific roles, as set out on the College Website Health and Safety Structure and Responsibilities page.

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