Postdoctoral Research Fellows - environmental health, air pollution modelling, and climate change

• Dive into groundbreaking research in environmental health, air pollution modelling, and climate change impact analysis.
• Multiple roles across 3 research areas
• Academic Level B & C, Attractive Salary Range + 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunities up to 3 years

About us:

Join the HEAL Global Research Centre at the 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 academic 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:

Are you passionate about making a difference in environmental health? We’re on the lookout for dedicated and innovative Post-Doctoral Researchers to join our dynamic team at the HEAL Global Research Centre for Healthy Environments and Lives.

Dive into groundbreaking research in areas like environmental epidemiology, climate change risk assessment, air pollution exposure analysis, air quality modeling, atmospheric modelling, environmental sustainability, or life cycle analysis.

We have multiple roles across 3 areas

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct independent, cutting-edge research and publish your findings in top-tier scientific journals.
• Present your work at prestigious academic seminars and international conferences.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and stakeholders globally.
• Take charge of project delivery on externally funded projects.
• Supervise and mentor postgraduate students at the Masters or PhD level.

What We’re Looking For:

• A PhD in environmental health, environmental epidemiology, climate or atmospheric modelling, life cycle analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience and education.
• Proven experience in environmental health and/or climate change research, with a knack for translating research into impactful policy and practice.
• A strong track record of securing competitive external funding.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Outstanding communication skills in English, both oral and written.
• A collaborative spirit, ready to foster productive relationships with staff, students, and stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a vibrant, interdisciplinary, and multicultural environment.
• Contribute to high-quality research and education.
• Engage in meaningful outreach activities with industry, government, and the public.
• Maintain the highest academic standards in all your endeavors.

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 (two pages) 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.

Position Description - 501860 - Postdoctoral Research Fellow Level B.pdf

Position Description - 501861 - Postdoctoral Research Fellow Level C.pdf

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should 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 Professor Sotiris Vardoulakis, Professor of Environmental Public Health and Director of HEAL Centre on [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 1 December 2024