Research Fellow, Water Resources & Climate Change
Position Number: 0064018
Location: Mildura, Shepparton or open to negotiation pending suitable candidates
Role type: Full-time - Fixed-term for 3 years
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering
Salary: Academic Level A $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super (Level of appointment is subject to qualifications and experience)
Bridge the gap between scientific climate data and stakeholder needs in the Murray Darling Basin, helping turn climate risk assessments into actionable strategies for water security through research and modelling.
Develop real-world, stakeholder-focused solutions to climate risks in water management alongside a leading research team.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in transforming how climate risk is understood and addressed in the Murray Darling Basin. As part of a collaborative research team, you'll work on innovative solutions that connect climate science with the practical needs of stakeholders. With the support of a leading research group, this role offers the chance to drive meaningful change in water security, supported by the OneBasin CRC.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct applied research and analysis, focusing on climate adaptation, environmental systems modelling, and participatory planning.
- Collaborate with program partners and team members to advance research outcomes and contribute to project management.
- Assist in preparing manuscripts for publication and present research findings at relevant forums.
- Actively engage in outreach activities and foster external partnerships to strengthen collaborative efforts.
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking motivated individuals who thrive in a collaborative research environment and are driven by the opportunity to address real-world climate adaptation challenges. You will bring enthusiasm for interdisciplinary work and a commitment to delivering impactful results.
You will also have:
- A PhD in hydrology, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Proven experience in numerical modelling or data analysis, and an understanding of climate variability, risk modelling, or climate adaptation frameworks.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of working in multidisciplinary teams and producing high-quality publications.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Your new team – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT)
The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key areas; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society. FEIT has never been better positioned as a global leader, anchored in the dynamic Asia Pacific region, creating and curating knowledge to address some of the world’s biggest challenges. Through our students and our relationships with communities, we can not only respond to society’s needs but anticipate and create engineering and IT solutions for the future.
Our ten-year strategy, FEIT 2025, is our School’s commitment to bring to life the University-wide strategy Advancing Melbourne and reinforce the University of Melbourne’s position as one of the best in the world. To achieve our ambitions, we will continue to build new infrastructure to enable our teaching, research and engagement; we continue to recruit outstanding people from around the world; and we continue to attract high-quality students from across the globe who are at the heart of our enterprise.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to the University website.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Shabon Nawabi via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 22 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 19 Nov 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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Work type: Fixed Term
Campus: Parkville
Category: Academic
Academic Education & Research
Academic Research Focussed (Academic)
Engineering (Academic)
Land and Environment (Academic)
Salary: $83,468 - $113,262 (Level A)
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