Research Fellow in Water resources and Climate Change

​Role type: Full-time; Fixed term for 12 months

Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology
School: Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering
Salary: Level A - $87,266 – $118,416  p.a. plus 17% super 

Location: Mildura, OneBasin CRC Hub

• Shape climate adaptation in the Murray–Darling Basin / collaborate in a multidisciplinary CRC / regional impact

• Join our team to co-design practical climate risk solutions that support water security and basin communities. 

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
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Your next career opportunity 
You will lead applied research on climate risk, water security and adaptation across Murray–Darling Basin case studies. You will work closely with basin communities, agencies and partners to develop practical, people-centred adaptation pathways.

What you will deliver: 

• Conduct applied research on climate risk, water resources and adaptation pathways across multiple Murray–Darling Basin sites.
• Develop and apply numerical  that inform  water management decisions.
• Contribute to project management, partner liaison, reporting, and delivery of milestones for the OneBasin CRC program.
• Prepare high-quality journal articles, reports and presentations, and present findings at conferences and partner forums.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a PhD in environmental engineering, environmental science or a closely related discipline.
• Bring demonstrated experience in numerical modelling, data analysis or modelling complex environmental systems.
• Demonstrate knowledge of climate variability, water resources, climate risk or adaptation frameworks relevant to basin planning.
• Collaborate effectively within large, dynamic multidisciplinary teams and across diverse stakeholder groups and partner organisations.
• Show a growing track record of publications, reports and presentations aligned with opportunity and career stage.
• Manage projects, competing deadlines and field or stakeholder activities with strong organisation and communication skills.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team
You will join the Department of Infrastructure Engineering within the School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering. As part of the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, the team tackles urgent water and climate challenges. You will work closely with OneBasin CRC partners from government, industry and communities, based in Mildura hub. Together, we pursue impactful, collaborative research that supports resilient, sustainable futures for the Murray–Darling Basin.

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Brett Verity at [email protected]
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Position Description

JR-013491 Research Fellow in Water resources and Climate Change PD.doc

JR-013491 Research Fellow in Water resources and Climate Change PD.pdf