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We're seeking a dynamic Research Fellow to advance our research on river, wetland and floodplain ecosystems with a focus on vegetation.
UC Academic Level B, Salary Range $113,674 pa - $134,633 pa + 17% Super
Full Time, Fixed Term 24 months
About us:
Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.
We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.
About the opportunity:
The Centre for Applied Water Science (CAWS) has a 2-year research position available to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team across a range of existing and emerging projects. CAWS is a recognised national leader in water management, focused on applied inter-disciplinary research with a commitment to providing solutions to contemporary problems of the environment, culture and society https://www.canberra.edu.au/uc-research/faculty-research-centres/caws .
The successful candidate will be integrated into existing research programs with a focus on the response of riverine vegetation to flow regimes and environmental water with opportunities to develop and contribute to new areas of research.
The successful candidate will be expected to take a leading role on existing and new research projects and initiatives, work in the field often in remote locations, analyse and interpret data, and write reports and scientific publications.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct ecological research, monitoring and evaluation of vegetation responses to flows.
Utilise advanced statistical techniques to analyse complex ecological datasets.
Prepare scientific reports and publications.
Collaborate on research programs from local ACT river systems to the Murray Darling Basin.
Requirements:
A doctoral qualification relevant to one or more disciplines including freshwater ecology, environmental flows ecology, plant ecology, or river-floodplain ecology.
A record of proven research achievements (publications, reports, grants) relevant to their area of expertise at a national and international level.
Experience contributing to vegetation focused research, monitoring and evaluation.
Demonstrated high level written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to analyse complex data sets.
Demonstrated capacity to work both independently and collaboratively, in a team.
Willingness to conduct fieldwork in remote locations.
Valid driver’s license with 4WD experience.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements
Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.
Submit your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description , ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.
WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
For job specific information: please contact Dr Will Higgisson, Research Fellow, on 0412 945 730 or email Will.Higgisson@canberra.edu.au
Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au
Closing date: 11.55pm, Tuesday 22 April 2025
