Postdoctoral Fellow - Marine Science in Cambridge

One of Australia’s leading research & teaching universities. Vibrant campus life with a strong sense of community & inclusion. At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work. The School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) examines the natural environment, including life, from the core of the Earth to its upper atmosphere, deep in time through to the present and modelling towards the future. Research within BEES is clustered within four general thematic areas: Ecology and Evolutionary Biology; Climate Science; Environmental Change, Sustainability and Resources, Paleoenvironments and Earth History. BEES has over 150 academic and professional staff, over 170 research students and 60 honours students.

About The Role

The Research Associate/Post-Doctoral Fellow (Level A) contributes to the research effort of the Centre for Marine Science and Innovation and develops research expertise through managing and pursuing projects within the area of marine ecology, with a particular focus on marine restoration.

Role Details

• Level A - $113K - $121K plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading
• Fixed Term – 1 year
• Full-time (35 hours per week)

The role reports to Professor Adriana Vergés and has no direct reports.

Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include:

• Contribute independently or as a team member in collaborative research with a focus on enhancing the quality of research outcomes in the discipline area.
• Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output that is recognised by peers.
• Undertake specific research project/s under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities.
• Support the dissemination of research outcomes through appropriate channels and outlets.
• Undertake discipline-appropriate research activities, e.g. underwater fieldwork surveys, literature reviews, data gathering and/or recording of results using appropriate research methods.
• Participate in and/or present at conferences and/or workshops relevant to the project as required.
• Assist with the supervision of research students in the research area where required.
• Manage projects to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Provide practical and efficient research support to stakeholders, assisting in the conduct of research that contributes to a better understanding of marine restoration, and contributing where appropriate.
• Support in the conceptualisation, design, and successful conduct of marine restoration projects.
• Perform quantitative/qualitative data analyses as required by the research project.
• Monitor research protocols, provide problem-solving and resolutions to any evolving problems related to design, implementation and analysis.
• Liaise with organisations, data custodians, stakeholders, collaborators, and actively participate in meetings and discussions as required.
• Coordinate and lead marine fieldwork activities, including SCUBA diving and boating.
• Coordinate and lead science communication and community outreach activities.
• Perform occasional teaching duties (e.g. lectures, seminars, practicals, unit coordination) as requested.
• Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values.
• Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that actions do not impact the health and safety of yourself or others.

About The Successful Applicant (Selection Criteria)

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Have:

• 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 ability to undertake high-quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to the opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and students.
• Scientific Diving level qualifications and experience (e.g. PADI Scientific Diver, Dive Master, Instructor or ADAS commercial diving qualifications).
• Boating certification and experience (Recreational Skipper licence or Coxswain).
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal communication skills to initiate and maintain effective stakeholder relationships whilst exercising discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

You should systematically address the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application.

Contact and How to Apply

For informal queries, please see the below contact details. Otherwise, please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Contact: Adriana Verges E: a.verges@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: February 18th, 2025

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UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.