Position Number: 0064018 Location: Mildura, Shepparton or open to negotiation pending suitable candidates Role type: Full-time - Fixed-term for 3 years Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Department/School: School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering Salary: Academic Level A $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super ( Level of appointment is subject to qualifications and experience)
About the Role This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in transforming how climate risk is understood and addressed in the Murray Darling Basin. As part of a collaborative research team, you'll work on innovative solutions that connect climate science with the practical needs of stakeholders. With the support of a leading research group, this role offers the chance to drive meaningful change in water security, supported by the OneBasin CRC..
Your responsibilities will include:
Who We Are Looking For We are seeking motivated individuals who thrive in a collaborative research environment and are driven by the opportunity to address real-world climate adaptation challenges. You will bring enthusiasm for interdisciplinary work and a commitment to delivering impactful results.
You will also have:
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position
Your new team – Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key areas; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society. FEIT has never been better positioned as a global leader, anchored in the dynamic Asia Pacific region, creating and curating knowledge to address some of the world's biggest challenges. Through our students and our relationships with communities, we can not only respond to society's needs but anticipate and create engineering and IT solutions for the future. https: // eng.unimelb.edu.au/ https: // eng.unimelb.edu.au/about/join-feit
Our ten-year strategy, FEIT 2025, is our School's commitment to bring to life the University-wide strategy Advancing Melbourne and reinforce the University of Melbourne's position as one of the best in the world. To achieve our ambitions, we will continue to build new infrastructure to enable our teaching, research and engagement; we continue to recruit outstanding people from around the world; and we continue to attract high-quality students from across the globe who are at the heart of our enterprise. https: // eng.unimelb.edu.au/about/feit-2025
What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne We're tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
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Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
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Advertised: 22 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 19 Nov 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time