"Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Officer in geotechnical engineering"

Job Description:

• School of Civil Engineering – Faculty of EAIT
• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position until 26 June 2026
• Base salary will be in the range $82,057.75 - $109,246.18 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow / Research Officer in geotechnical engineering with a strong background in electromagnetic methods and data analysis who can contribute towards our program of research.

This exciting opportunity involves conducting research on the electromagnetic characterisation of geomaterials. Additionally, you will participate in a TMR-funded project focused on analysing the conditions along transport infrastructure in North Queensland.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research: Analysing remote-sensing data to detect infrastructure movement, conducting lab tests to characterise geomaterials, and producing high-quality research. It includes contributing to funding applications, collaborating on projects, supporting knowledge translation and potential commercialisation, and developing a coherent research program using best-practice methodologies.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervising research students, supporting their development through effective feedback and coaching, managing research staff in line with university policies, and promptly resolving any conflicts or grievances.
• Teaching: Assisting senior academics in delivering high-quality teaching materials, contributing to coursework teaching, and supporting the supervision, mentoring, and training of Honours and postgraduate students.
• Citizenship and Service: Demonstrating UQ-aligned citizenship, collaborating on priority activities, supporting unit operations, contributing to service and committee work, engaging in external service, and beginning to build partnerships with industry, government, and the community.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About You

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in geotechnical engineering.
• An emerging profile in research in the discipline area.
• Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Evidence of contributions towards successfully obtaining external research funding.
• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc.

Work Rights?

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Alexander Scheuermann via a.scheuermann@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the ‘About You’ section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 4 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58375).