Mintek, South Africa’s national mineral research organisation, is one of the world’s leading technology organisations specialising in mineral processing, extractive metallurgy and related areas. Working closely with industry and other R&D institutions, Mintek provides service test work, process development and optimisation, consulting and innovative ...
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Strong understanding of computational materials science modelling using both ab initio and molecular dynamics methods, and their application to the calculation of thermodynamic and transport properties of high-temperature metallurgical systems in solid and liquid states.
Proven experience with open source computational materials science tools such as LAMMPS, DL-POLY, Quantum Espresso, or similar.
Strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals.
Demonstrated ability to conceptualise and deliver high impact research in pyrometallurgy.
Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals is a distinct advantage.
A strong understanding of the South African and global metals, minerals, and energy industries.
Experience with pyrometallurgical process software and design tools such as PyroSim™, FactSage™ or similar is an added advantage.
Experience with software automation and scripting languages such as Python is an added advantage.
Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems.
Knowledge of technology transfer, commercialisation and product development is highly advantageous.
Demonstrated ability to attract investment or R&D funding is highly advantageous.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum PhD in Engineering (Metallurgical/Chemical/Process), Materials Science, Materials Chemistry or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on modelling skills of relevance to pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
Ideally, one year postdoctoral research experience, with strong emphasis on computational materials science modelling.
Familiarity with high performance computing and the use of shared/remote computational resources is desirable.
Professional recognition and registration are an added advantage.
Experience with postgraduate supervision is an added advantage.
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