Postdoctoral Research Associate in Drinking Water Engineering and Life Cycle Assessment

• Full time, 4 years fixed term. Located on the Darlington Campus at the School of Civil Engineering

• Opportunity to contribute to research in Drinking Water Engineering and Life Cycle Assessment

• Base Salary $101K p.a. - $112K p.a + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The School of Civil Engineering is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Drinking Water Engineering and Life Cycle Assessment to undertake research relating to drinking water treatment and supply infrastructure with a focus on Life Cycle Assessment as a key methodology. Water engineering is an emerging research strength within the School and the establishment of this position is intended to help grow that strength. Considerable opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of academic researchers and established industry partners are available,

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• contribute to research publications and present findings at relevant conferences and seminars,

• develop collaborative research relationships with other staff and established industry partners of the School and wider academic community,

• collaborate in the planning and organization of events, seminars, and workshops related to the research area

• participate in the preparation and submission of research grant applications,

• provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members and assist in their research projects.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Drinking Water Engineering and Life Cycle Assessment who has:

• a PhD (or near completion) in the relevant field of Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

• demonstrated skills/knowledge/experience in drinking water engineering and life cycle assessment

• a proven track record through literature review, qualitative and quantitative research and laboratory methods

• demonstrated contributions to publications in top tier conferences and journals

To apply for this position, please address the above criteria in a cover letter and attach to your application.

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Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

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How to apply

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Monday 29 January 2024 11:59 PM