Senior Research Consultant / Research Principal - [Archived Advertisement]

The Institute for Sustainable Futures is recruiting for a highly talented and experienced researcher for a Senior Research Consultant / Research Principal role, to work on innovative research projects in the field of sustainable urban water systems.

 

The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) at UTS undertakes game-changing sustainability research.  Established for 20 years, ISF works with thought leaders in government, industry and community organisations, in Australia and internationally, to create change towards sustainable futures.  Sustainability research is also a key pillar supporting UTS’s ambition to be a world-leading university of technology.  Beyond a vibrant new campus in Sydney’s creative precinct, at the heart of UTS are exceptional people.

 

We are looking for a team member who is interested in specialising in sustainable urban water systems, particularly relating to applied research on policy, planning and regulatory approaches. Your expertise will ideally include some or all of:  integrated water cycle planning and management, recycling and decentralised water options, water efficiency and demand side management, and stakeholder and community engagement. Prior experience working with or for water utilities and/or government will be a strong advantage.

 

Your qualitative and quantitative research skills should be complemented by experience working with and facilitating inputs from diverse stakeholders, including workshop design and facilitation processes. You should also have a working understanding of the Australian water sector.

 

Your track record of successful project management will enable you to play an integral part in a dynamic research team. You will have a proven ability to work in a commercial, team-based environment to deliver high quality project-based research. Excellent writing skills, including the ability to write for different relevant audiences, is required for this position.

 

UTS has a bold vision to be a world-leading university of technology. We're known for our industry focus, practice-based teaching and learning, real world research and our location. With state-of-the-art campuses and facilities, we’re preparing students to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.

 

 

Senior Research Consultant  $76,630 to $93,330 (Academic Level A)

Research Principal  $101,932 to $116,641 (Academic Level B)

 

The level of appointment is dependent upon skills and competencies.  Please apply for the level for which you wish to be considered by the panel.

 

This appointment is full-time on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role attracts 9.5% superannuation in addition to the base salary.

 

You will also reap the rewards of working in a dynamic, supportive, environment with employee benefits including flexible work practices, study support scheme, discounted gym membership and generous parental leave.

 

 

Prior to commencing your application for IRC112883, please review the Position Description and the relevant selection criteria, which you are required to address in your submission in a separate document.

 

You can apply for this position at either Level A or level B, and you need to address the selection criteria for the relevant position in your application. If you wish to apply for both levels, please apply for both within the one application, but address the criteria separately for each role.

 

Please note that only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted.  Current UTS employees should apply through their UTS Employee Self Service function.

 

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please ensure you have the time to complete the process as well as all the required documents and information available prior to commencing. Assistance with registering and making your application is available on our Jobs at UTS webpage.

 

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC112883.

 

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au or 02 9514 1080

 

Closing Date:  Monday 10th September 2018 at 11.59pm (AEST)

 

Applicants must have unlimited rights to work in Australia.

 

Please note: We are only accepting on-line applications for this post, however, if you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to provide us with information in this way, please contact the Recruitment Team for assistance