Research Fellow in Water Resources and Climate Change

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• PhD in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in numerical modelling, data analysis, or modelling complex environmental systems
• Knowledge of climate variability, water resources, climate risk, or adaptation frameworks relevant to basin planning
• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively within large, multidisciplinary teams and across diverse stakeholder groups

Benefits

• Competitive salary with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements
• Career development opportunities and access to tailored learning programs
• Progressive leave provisions, including parental, gender affirmation, and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to various discounted services

About the Company

The University of Melbourne is a leading institution dedicated to benefiting society through transformative research and education. This role is based at the Mildura OneBasin CRC Hub within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, focusing on impactful, collaborative research to support resilient and sustainable futures for the Murray–Darling Basin.