Environmental Research Scientist - Rehabilitation
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About the Role
In support of continuous improvement in Mining and Alcoa’s environmental performance, we have a unique opportunity for a suitably qualified Environmental Research Scientist to join the team that are driving improvements in rehabilitation processes and practices.
Reporting to the Environmental Research Superintendent, you will be working with a close-knit team of scientists based at Alcoa’s Huntly Central location and contributing to improving plant and soil aspects of rehabilitation performance.
The key aspects of the role will include:
* Designing, implementing, monitoring, analysing and writing up field trials to improve plant recruitment and survival in rehabilitation, e.g.
fencing, irrigation, ripping, and topsoil management.
* Investigating plant health to understand and overcome limitations to plant survival.
* Undertaking soil testing and analysis.
* Communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
* Liaising with external research scientists to facilitate site access and field trials.
* Supervising higher degree by research students.
What’s on offer
* Career development opportunities to pursue your passion
* Performance related bonus (variable)
* Enjoy additional time off with a monthly Leisure Day
* 16 weeks paid primary parental leave scheme
* Paid annual volunteering hours
* Social and diversity focused engagement opportunities
What you can bring to the role
* PhD in restoration ecology, land rehabilitation, soil science or ecohydrology.
* Research experience post-PhD studies with exposure to soil testing.
* Capable in installing and monitoring large-scale field trials with minimum supervision.
* An analytical mind that can solve complex datasets using appropriate statistical methods.
* Skilled in publishing papers in peer reviewed journals.
* Previous experience in mining rehabilitation, knowledge of the WA flora and GIS will be considered desirable.
Application Closing Date
Sunday, 5 May 2024
Additional information
* Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.
* You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.
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Join in and become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.
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- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: PINJARRA, AU-WA
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Science
- Recruiter: Alcoa USA Group
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: Req-21209
- Posted: 2024-04-10 08:23:07 -
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