Research Associate in Environmental Engineering

Research Associate in Environmental Engineering

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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 position is based at the UNSW Water Research Centre within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Location : Kensington – Sydney, Australia. 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

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Skills & Experience

A PhD in Environmental Engineering and relevant work experience 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 with practitioners in the Australian water and resource industries.

Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic, independent and applied research with limited supervision.

Demonstrated publications and conference presentation record relative to opportunity.

Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

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 strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.

Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.

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

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

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Applications close : 11 : 55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 25th 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 diverse gender identities, sexual orientations, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and those with caring responsibilities. The University provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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