AI Materials & Resource Flows Research Associate

UNSW

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 118,000 - 127,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

UNSW's School of Minerals and Energy Resources Engineering seeks a Research Associate to examine the mineral demand implications of scaling artificial intelligence hardware. You will analyze mineral requirements for AI technologies and the geological constraints on supply, using material flow analysis and industrial ecology to inform environmental and resource insights.

This role is based in Australia and reports to Professor Saleem Ali.

Qualifications

PhD in a related discipline or equivalent research experience.
Proven ability to conduct high-quality independent research with limited supervision.
Strong record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and build effective relationships.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to UNSW’s aims, policies and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on mineral demand implications of scaling AI hardware.
Develop scenarios and analyze mineral requirements for AI technologies and supply constraints.
Contribute to scholarly publications and research outcomes.
Engage with stakeholders and research partners; participate in conferences and workshops.
Assist with supervision of research students as required.