Overview
Research Associate in Environmental Engineering at UNSW. The Research Associate (Level A) will maintain and develop scholarly research and professional activities through defined projects and contribute towards teaching and learning in the School. Position based at the UNSW Water Research Centre within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Reports to Professor Richard Stuetz. Has nil direct reports.
Responsibilities
* Maintain and develop scholarly research and professional activities through defined projects.
* Contribute towards teaching and learning in the School.
* Collaborate with industry stakeholders as appropriate.
* Undertake high quality academic research and, where appropriate, applied research with limited supervision.
Qualifications
* PhD in Environmental Engineering and relevant work experience collaborating with industry stakeholders.
* Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in these 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 research 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; ability to support and inspire students; interpersonal and communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
* An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values and related policies.
Details
* Salary: Level A - $91,381 - $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
* Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
* Employment type: Full-time, fixed-term contract for 3 years
* Based at UNSW Water Research Centre; reports to Professor Richard Stuetz; no direct reports
Apply
To apply, 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
Equal Opportunity
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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