Research Fellow in Natural Hazards
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Job Summary
- Make significant and meaningful contributions to the teams research projects
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and collaborative partnerships
- Full-time fixed term (20 months) position based in Hobart
About the opportunity
The Research Fellow will be responsible for investigating archival sources for records of occurrences of natural hazard events. They will create systematic database of these events cross-referencing across archival sources where possible and providing input into the development of a methodology to translate qualitative into quantitative information.
The position is located within the School of Geography Planning and Spatial Sciences and will contribute toward the Universitys mission through helping to build sustainable and resilient communities by improving our understanding of natural hazard risk over longer time frames and using more data sources than currently done.
The Research Fellow will have at least an Honours degree associated with archive research and have a basic understanding of the three hazard types (earthquake storm surge and cyclone) with a demonstrated capacity to quickly acquire new skills and knowledge. They will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
What youll do:
- Make fundamental and valuable contributions to the team project that allow for better informed decision making and planning in relation to natural hazards.
- Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
- Undertake high-quality research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team publish research findings as sole author or in collaboration in order to meet and regularly exceed the Universitys research performance expectations for Level A.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline relevant interdisciplinary domains profession industry and/or wider community
- Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
What were looking for:
- A demonstrated ability and understanding of research in the field of historical and archival research demonstrated by a strong academic record.
- A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive networks with the discipline profession industry (where relevant) and wider community.
- Demonstrated understanding of natural hazards and their impacts.
- A four-year tertiary qualification in a relevant field and/or equivalent qualifications and/or professional experience.
- A Class C Drivers licence
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125877 comprising base salary within the range of $83198 to $107587 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
- For further information about this position please contact Kathy Allen ARC Future Fellow or.
- Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- For current UTAS staff in submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Position DescriptionResearch Fellow in Natural
Applications close Wednesday 26 November 2025 11.55pm
The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.
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To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
Key Skills
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- R
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- Microscopy
