Research Fellow

• Exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to engage in fieldwork and establish close, collaborative partnerships with University of Canberra (UC) personnel and stakeholders from the ACT Government.
• Academic Level A, Salary Range $77,247 pa - $104,401 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity for 18 months with the potential for extension

About Us:

UC has curiosity, ambition and inclusiveness at its core. We challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. Our place-based commitment ensures that we visibly serve Canberra’s community and the surrounding region with impact on the nation. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

About the opportunity:

The Centre for Applied Water Science (CAWS) at the University of Canberra leads the way in urban water research. Our committed team of scientists is dedicated to understanding and tackling the pivotal challenges of urban water management, with a specific focus on the quality of stormwater and its repercussions on urban ecosystems.

We are seeking a motivated individual to join our dynamic team of urban water scientists on a fixed-term research position. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with other team members, contributing to ongoing research programs while also exploring opportunities to develop new areas of inquiry. The role involves fieldwork, chemical analysis, and active participation in the preparation of reports and scientific publications while fostering collaboration with an extensive spectrum of stakeholders including the ACT Government

To be considered you will need experience:

• Project Management experience,
• Strong laboratory practices
• A PhD in a related discipline such as Chemistry or Freshwater Ecology.
• Experience in laboratory analysis including quality assurance.
• Strong statistical analysis skills.
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork.
• Very good written and oral communication skill.
• A full manual driver’s licence is required for this role.

Offerings/Benefits/Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a supermarket and childcare facilities.

Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access, and the ambitious goals of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Strategic Plan are designed to ensure that our Indigenous students and staff flourish in a welcoming and culturally safe environment. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

How to apply:

To be considered for this position, we only require your CV; no additional documents are necessary. Kindly take the opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working Rights: 

Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights or eligibility to obtain a work visa for Australia.

For job specific information: 

please contact Dr Rod Ubrihien, Lecturer in Applied Chemistry0415 287 363 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions:

please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 3rd March 2024

Advertised:19 Feb 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:03 Mar 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time