Overview
Research Associate in Environmental Engineering – UNSW
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 position is based at the UNSW Water Research Centre within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering. Reports to Professor Richard Stuetz and has no direct reports.
What you will do
* Maintain and develop scholarly research and professional activities through defined projects.
* Contribute towards teaching and learning in the School.
* Collaborate with industry stakeholders where applicable.
Qualifications and experience
* A PhD in Environmental Engineering and relevant work experience in collaborating with industry stakeholders.
* Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following 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 undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent 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.
* Passion for teaching and learning development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level; experience or preparedness to undertake professional development of teaching practice; evidence of ability to support and inspire students; highly developed interpersonal skills; ability to communicate 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.
Details
* Salary, Level A: $91,381 – $121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
* Full time
* Fixed-term contract for 3 years
* Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
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.
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 25th September 2025
UNSW is committed to equity and an inclusive community. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from diverse groups. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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