Research Fellow - School of Civil Engineering Apply locations St Lucia Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 14 Days Ago job requisition id R-44087
School of Civil Engineering, Faculty of EAIT
Full-time (100%), permanent/fixed-term position for up to 12 months
Base salary will be in the range $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
Based at our St Lucia Campus
About This Opportunity An exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow to undertake research in estuarine dynamics, with a focus on coupled hydrodynamic and water quality modelling, to improve the understanding of sediment and nutrient cycling in these systems with a view to enhancing sustainable management of water resources and aquatic ecosystems. This position will also support Academics within the Environmental Engineering discipline, School of Civil Engineering improve research output and, in particular, the delivery of key research partnerships with the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation and the University of Western Australia.
Key responsibilities will include: Research Lead research in estuarine water quality modelling, innovative monitoring solutions, and adaptive monitoring of water quality and ecosystem health in catchment-estuary-coastal systems, including fieldwork in remote locations.
Communicate research progress and findings through reports, presentations, and scholarly publications, ensuring stakeholder engagement.
Expand the research program by contributing to external funding applications and collaborating with colleagues and postgraduates on new projects.
Provide administrative support for ongoing research and consultancy projects, as well as perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Teaching and Learning Assist senior academic staff deliver high quality teaching materials.
Contribute to supervision, mentoring and training of research staff and students at honours and postgraduate levels.
Supervision and Researcher Development Foster the School's relations with industry, government departments, professional bodies and the wider community.
Citizenship and Service Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.
This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.
At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.
The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.
About You Essential PhD in environmental engineering or a related field, with experience in environmental water and water quality data collection and analysis, as well as water quality, hydrodynamic, or catchment modelling.
Proven leadership in research projects, a track record of scientific publications, and the ability to write high-quality research articles.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn new techniques quickly, manage time effectively, and prioritise research tasks.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with colleagues, students, and external partners, and represent the discipline within the academic and broader community.
Desirable Strong background in projects that focus on water quality modelling of environmental systems or hydrodynamics in environmental waters.
Experience in liaising and collaborating with external agencies to develop co-operative research initiatives and maintain research partnerships.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Badin Gibbes via ******. For application queries, please contact ****** stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Resume
Cover letter
Responses to the 'About You' section
Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to ****** for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Monday, 25 November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-44087).
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