Circular Economy Research Fellow — Interdisciplinary Impact

ECADIN; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 87,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Benefits package including salary-pack

Health and wellbeing programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for a Research Fellow in Circular Economy to lead interdisciplinary research and collaborations across engineering, industry and government. You will design and deliver innovative programmes, translate insights into measurable sustainability outcomes, and help grow funded projects.

Applicants should hold a PhD in sustainability, circular economy or engineering, with a track record in independent, self-directed research and strong communication and

Qualifications

• PhD in sustainability, circular economy or engineering.
• Experience developing collaborative funding opportunities with industry, government or research organisations.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams and build stakeholder relationships.
• Strong project management and budgeting capabilities.
• Excellent written, oral and workshop facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality circular economy research projects with industry, government and campus partners.
• Identify and secure new collaborative funding opportunities including proposals in plastics, metals and energy.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines and milestones for successful delivery.
• Coordinate engagement activities such as workshops and seminars to strengthen partnerships.
• Contribute to advancing sustainability through publications, presentations and initiatives.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Project management

Funding development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

PhD in sustainability/circular economy/engineering

Job description

The University of Melbourne invites applications for a Research Fellow in Circular Economy to lead interdisciplinary research and collaborations across engineering, industry and government. You will design and deliver innovative programmes, translate insights into measurable sustainability outcomes, and help grow funded projects.

Applicants should hold a PhD in sustainability, circular economy or engineering, with a track record in independent, self-directed research and strong communication and