Environmental sustainability Jobs at Australian Universities

Dates

Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 24-Sep-2024

Location

Hawkesbury Campus, Western Sydney University

Salary

$135,528 to $159,922 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation + Leave Loading

Responsibilities

Conduct original research in microbial ecology and biotechnology.
Manage various research related project tasks.
Expand your network to foster partnerships with academic institutions, industry, business, and government.
Develop, design and deliver innovative and engaging teaching activities including curriculum development.
Assess student academic progress and participate in student research supervision and mentorship.

Requirements

Hold a PhD in a research field related to microbial ecology and environmental sustainability.
Extensive knowledge and experience in monitoring and manipulating microbial systems.
Strong track record of research excellence and successful grant applications.

Benefits

Full-time, ongoing position.
Opportunity to contribute expertise in microbiological systems.
Potential to support translational research initiatives and produce impactful results.

Notes

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at the time of application.

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Dates

Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024

Location

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

Salary

UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 (Pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super

Responsibilities

Oversee and enhance sustainable healthcare education, research, and engagement within MDHS.
Coordinate sustainability initiatives across the University of Melbourne.
Lead the development of innovative sustainability programs.
Contribute to the University's transition to a sustainable healthcare model.
Engage with students across the MDHS Faculty in the fields of healthcare sustainability, climate change and planetary health.
Provide expert project management, delivering on Faculty and Chancellery initiatives, in collaboration with Faculty Directors, School Managers and Faculty leadership.
Manage the development and implementation of project plans to stated objectives.
Report in detail what teaching and learning capacity is occurring in healthcare sustainability, climate change, and planetary health within MDHS, and recommend suggestions for enhancing such teaching programs.
Develop with the A/Dean Healthcare Sustainability and other MDHS Staff an MDHS Sustainability Plan.

Requirements

Undergraduate qualification in a relevant area such as healthcare and/or environmental science (Masters preferred, but not essential).
Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects, or sets of projects and initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to make complex judgments and decisions and provide recommendations for resolution.
Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis under a range of research methodologies.
Ability to act relatively independently to drive sustainability changes within MDHS.

Benefits

Salary packaging
Subsidised health and wellbeing services
Fitness and cultural clubs
Myki discounts
25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
Generous leave provisions

Notes

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Interviews for this position will take place mid to late October.

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Dates

Opening Date: 05-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024

Location

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

Salary

UOM 8 – $119,742 - $129,607 (Pro-rata) p.a. plus 17% super

Responsibilities

Oversee and enhance sustainable healthcare education, research, and engagement within MDHS.
Coordinate sustainability initiatives across the University of Melbourne.
Lead the development of innovative sustainability programs.
Contribute to the University's transition to a sustainable healthcare model.
Engage with students across the MDHS Faculty in the fields of healthcare sustainability, climate change and planetary health.
Provide expert project management, delivering on Faculty and Chancellery initiatives, in collaboration with Faculty Directors, School Managers and Faculty leadership.
Manage the development and implementation of project plans to stated objectives.
Report in detail what teaching and learning capacity is occurring in healthcare sustainability, climate change, and planetary health within MDHS, and recommend suggestions for enhancing such teaching programs.
Develop with the A/Dean Healthcare Sustainability and other MDHS Staff an MDHS Sustainability Plan.

Requirements

Undergraduate qualification in a relevant area such as healthcare and/or environmental science (Masters preferred, but not essential).
Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects, or sets of projects and initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to make complex judgments and decisions and provide recommendations for resolution.
Demonstrated ability to perform quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis under a range of research methodologies.

Benefits

Salary packaging
Subsidised health and wellbeing services
Fitness and cultural clubs
Myki discounts
25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
Generous leave provisions

Notes

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Interviews for this position will take place mid to late October.

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Dates

Opening Date: 06-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 14-Oct-2024

Location

Callaghan, NSW 2308

Salary

Base Salary: $112,717 - $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Responsibilities

Contribute to teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate environmental degree programs.
Address environmental problems at local, regional, and global scales.
Establish an independent research program and foster external collaboration.
Engage in research areas such as impact assessment, legislation and policy, natural resource management, sustainability, biodiversity and conservation, and ecosystems.

Requirements

Completed a doctoral qualification in environmental science and management or related area.
Demonstrated record of publication or non-traditional research output in high-quality outlets.
Skills and experience in active supervision of honours, masters, and/or Higher Degree by Research postgraduate students in applied environmental research.
Demonstrated recent ability to achieve high teaching quality and engage students in environmental science research and practice.
Ability to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles and contribute to internal committees.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy.
17% superannuation and salary packaging.
Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.
Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel, and more.
Wellbeing programs.

Notes

Female targeted role as part of the University’s commitment to increasing the number of women in underrepresented areas such as STEMM.
Priority will be given to female candidates who meet the selection criteria.

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Dates

Opening Date: 20-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 29-Sep-2024

Location

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

Salary

$54.24 per hour + 11% super

Responsibilities

Supporting the planning and execution of Sustainability Action Plan activities
Conducting reviews of relevant material, where applicable
Assisting with monitoring and reporting of activities
Attending meetings and briefings as required
Liaising with supervisor(s)

Requirements

A Honours or Master level qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant academic or professional or practice-based experience and expertise
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge about sustainability and/or learning on Country experience
Must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check
Current valid work rights for Australia

Benefits

Opportunity to contribute to sustainability initiatives
Engagement with academic and professional staff
Experience in a leading educational institution

Notes

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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Dates

Monday 1 July 2024 - Closing Date

Responsibilities

This PhD scholarship will align with the Australian Research Council (ARC) funded project, ‘Sustainable Business Models for Marine Conservation’, conducted by Dr Benjamin Thompson.
The successful applicant will develop a relatable but distinct project; for example, examining relationships between the ecological, social, governance, financial, and/or business aspects of marine conservation, and optionally, linking to broader developments around the blue economy around sustainable use of the oceans.

Requirements

The successful applicant will have at least one degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., geography, environmental science, business, economics, finance).
Specific experience across conservation science, human geography, environmental finance, and/or corporate sustainability would be advantageous.
They will also have experience conducting social science research methods, whilst experience with other research methods such as geospatial analysis, ecological census techniques, and/or economic and financial analysis would be advantageous.

Benefits

Undertaking this PhD as part of a larger project has several advantages.
First, the successful candidate will be integrated into an already successful research agenda that has been funded by the ARC, and will have access to funding to support for fieldwork travel and conference attendance.
Second, the candidate will benefit from expert supervision from research leaders in environmental social science.
Finally, the candidate will benefit from being part of outcomes from the research, which may include co-authored publications, funded symposia, school-engagement exercises, and future grant applications.

Notes

The successful applicant will be expected to enroll by September 2024. However, there may be some flexibility as to the date of commencement.

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Dates

21-Jun-2024 - Closing Date

Responsibilities

- Responsible environmental stewardship - Animal health and welfare outcomes - Looking after our people, stakeholder and community

Requirements

- An understanding of and expertise in Australian farming systems, sustainability frameworks and sustainability issues. - Track record in delivering exceptional sustainability outcomes in commercial or research agricultural operations. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively and collaboratively on complex issues. - C class driver’s licence.

Benefits

- Competitive remuneration - Paid leave entitlements - Flexible work arrangements - Salary packaging options - Employee Assistance Program

Notes

Fixed Term (3 years), Full Time (37.5 hours per week) - Periodic Salary increases between 1 July 2024 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 10% increase - Salary Packaging opportunities - Ref: JR102389 - Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

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Dates

Opening Date: Not Available
Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024

Location

Hawkesbury Campus, Western Sydney University

Salary

$94,265 to $106,603 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation + Leave Loading

Responsibilities

Provide specialist support for farm operations and production under the guidance of the Farm Production Coordinator.
Perform animal husbandry tasks such as vaccinating, drenching, breeding, and mustering.
Monitor livestock health during critical periods like calving/lambing and adverse climate conditions.
Manage joining cycles to ensure genetic diversity and high probability of successful pregnancies.
Develop and implement an optimal feeding program.
Plan quarterly livestock sales projections and purchases.
Implement regenerative agricultural practices for pasture, crop, and land management.
Manage irrigation efficiently.
Maintain detailed livestock records using software such as Agriweb.
Ensure compliance with chemical use and storage regulations, adhere to Biosecurity and Local Land Service legislation and industry standards.
Assist with the maintenance and operations of farm infrastructure and equipment.
Provide support for teaching and learning activities.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience and training in agricultural and farm operations, particularly in grazing operations, pasture and crop management.
Experience in the operation and maintenance of farm equipment.
Strong team player who excels in collaborative work with various members of the University community.
Current driver’s license, preferably including heavy vehicle and motorcycle.
Capability to undertake physical work related to animal husbandry procedures and general farm maintenance tasks.

Benefits

Full-time, ongoing position.
Opportunity to work in a collaborative and practical environment focused on environmental sustainability.
Engagement in hands-on work with livestock and implementation of best practices in farming.

Notes

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Only applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.

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Dates

Opening Date: 13-Sep-2024
Closing Date: 04-Oct-2024

Location

Parkville, Victoria, Australia

Salary

Level A – $83,468 – $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super

Responsibilities

Support the delivery of the first-year Science Discovery subject through teaching, coordination, and student engagement.
Engage in dynamic teaching activities while contributing to an innovative science curriculum shaping future scientific leaders.
Coordinate activities of the Tutors for the Science Discovery subject, including delivery of some tutorials and lectures where appropriate.
Liaise with the Tutors and subject coordinator to ensure effective delivery of subject content.
Participate in School meetings, workshops and events such as Open Day and other outreach programs.
Assist with the online operation of the subject, including checking subject content and functionality.

Requirements

A higher degree (e.g., Masters or PhD) in geography, earth science, atmospheric science or cognate discipline.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the areas of climate change and environmental sustainability.
Evidence of contributions in lecturing and tutoring; and a commitment to teaching and contributing to undergraduate and/or graduate teaching programs.
A demonstrated ability to interact productively with other academic staff and to contribute constructively to the activities and administration of the School, the Faculty and the University.
A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respectful behaviour in the workplace.

Benefits

Salary packaging
Subsidised health and wellbeing services
Fitness and cultural clubs
Myki discounts
25% discount on graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
Generous leave provisions

Notes

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

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