Research Associate in Environmental Engineering
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30+ days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
The Research Associate position is based at the UNSW Water Research Centre within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. The role of the Research Associate reports to Professor Richard Stuetz and has nil direct reports.
- Salary Level A - $91381 - $121838 per annum 17% superannuation
- Full time
- Fixed-term contract for 3 years
- Location: Kensington Sydney Australia
About UNSW
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are 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 youre 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 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.
- Evidence of ability to support and inspire students.
- 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 UNSWs 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. This is available via
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
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Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 25th September 2025
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- ELISA
- Immunoassays
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Microscopy
- Research Laboratory Experience
- Western Blot
