Research Associate in Environmental Engineering

7 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia UNSW Full time
Research Associate in Environmental Engineering

Join to apply for the Research Associate in Environmental Engineering role at UNSW.

The Opportunity

The Research Associate (Level A) will maintain and develop their scholarly research and professional activities through the pursuit of defined projects and contribute towards teaching and learning in the School.

This Job is based in Australia.

The Research Associate position is based at the UNSW Water Research Centre within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The role reports to Professor Richard Stuetz and has no direct reports.

  • Salary, Level A - $91,381 - $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Full time
  • Fixed-term contract for 3 years
  • Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. We're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community. We're driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

Skills & Experience
  • A PhD in Environmental Engineering and relevant work experience in collaborating with industry stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in the following research areas: Air quality and treatment; Water quality and management; Chemical and sensory odorant analysis; Data science including bioinformatics and/or machine learning.
  • Demonstrated ability to work constructively with practitioners in the Australian water and resource industries.
  • Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent and applied research with limited supervision.
  • Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
  • Demonstrated passion for teaching and learning development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
  • Experience of and/or preparedness to undertake professional development of teaching practice.
  • Evidence of ability to support and inspire students and to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
  • Understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for these positions can be found in the position description via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. Systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact

Allyssar Hamoud – Talent Acquisition Associate

E: a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 25 September 2025

Equity and Inclusion

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.


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