Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Environmental Health Modelling

•Conduct cutting-edge research in environmental health, air pollution modelling, and climate change impact analysis.
•University of Canberra Academic Level C, Salary Range $138,789 pa - $159,600 pa 17% Super
•Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity up to 3 years Job no: 502565

Work type: Academic

Location: Bruce

Categories: Research Only, Science - Environmental, Health, Public Health

• Conduct cutting-edge research in environmental health, air pollution modelling, and climate change impact analysis.
• University of Canberra Academic Level C, Salary Range $138,789 pa - $159,600 pa 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed Term Opportunity up to 3 years

About the opportunity: Are you passionate about making a difference in environmental modelling and public health?
•Dive into groundbreaking research in areas like climate change risk assessment, air pollution exposure analysis, air quality modeling, climate or atmospheric modeling, environmental epidemiology, or life cycle analysis.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct independent, cutting-edge research and publish your findings in top-tier scientific journals.
• Publish 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 modelling, climate or atmospheric modelling, environmental exposure and health risk assessment, environmental epidemiology, life cycle analysis or a related discipline, or equivalent experience and education.
• Proven experience in environmental health, air pollution 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 policy translation.
• 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)

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.Please note that we do not consider applications without a valid working visa.

Salary : $138,789