Senior Research Associate – School of Civil & Environmental Engineering

About the Role

A Senior Research Associate (Level B) is expected to carry out independent and/or team research within the field in which they are appointed and to carry out activities to develop their research expertise relevant to their particular field of research. The role reports to Associate Professor Wengui Li and has no direct reports.

About UNSW

UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn't only what we do, it's how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.

The Faculty of Engineering at UNSW continues to be a national and international leader in engineering research and education, cementing its status as the University's premier research faculty. As the largest Engineering Faculty in Australia, it graduates the highest number of engineers and maintains the largest research expenditure in the country. Through excellence in both fundamental and applied research, the Faculty strives to sustain and further its global impact, aiming to be ranked among the top engineering faculties worldwide.

Skills & Experience

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership
• A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills

Pay

Level B - $137,821 per annum + 17% superannuation (pro rata)

Schedule

Part Time: 7 hours. Fixed-term contract: 12 months.