Overview
Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) in Civil and Environmental Engineering at UNSW. Fixed-term, full-time appointment for 3 years located at Kensington – Sydney, Australia. Salary Level A: $91,381 - $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation.
The Post-Doctoral Fellow is expected to contribute toward the research effort of UNSW and to develop their research expertise through the pursuit of defined projects relevant to their field of research. The role reports to Prof Bing-Jie (Bruce) Ni and has no direct reports.
Responsibilities
* Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
* Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
* Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
* Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
* Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
* Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
* Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
* Develop novel tools and techniques to develop smart and sustainable water technologies.
Skills & Experience
* A PhD in Environmental, Civil or Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
* Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
* Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent 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.
* Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
* An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
* Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
About UNSW
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Accountabilities
* Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus to enhance the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
* Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
* Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to development of research activities.
* Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
* Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
* Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
* Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
* Develop novel tools and techniques to develop smart and sustainable water technologies.
To Apply
Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.
Please note 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 Monday 20th October 2025
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