Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer - Sustainable Agri-industry

The University of Queensland is hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer for the Sustainable Agri-industry team at the St Lucia Campus in Brisbane. This full-time position focuses on research in waste management and water treatment, contributing to projects and supervising students. Responsibilities include managing research projects, presenting findings, and engaging with stakeholders. The role does not offer visa sponsorship and is fixed-term until June 2026.
• Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology - Faculty of EAIT
• 2x Full-time (100%), fixed-term positions until 30 June 2026
• Base salary will be in the range $80,448.78 - $107,104.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)
• Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane

About This Opportunity

The Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology (ACWEB) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Research Officer to join the Sustainable Agri-industry research team. In this role, researchers will contribute to exiting projects and undertake research in areas including waste management, water treatment and sustainable value-add while developing their expertise and emerging research profiles. At this level it is expected that the incumbent will contribute to service and engagement roles and activities.

Key responsibilities will include:
• Research: Assist the project leader and Chief Investigators in managing and delivering research projects supported by ACWEB and Australian Agri-industry. Contribute to the design, construction, and operation of laboratory-scale and pilot-scale systems, ensuring the maintenance and daily operation of laboratory equipment. Present research findings at internal seminars, conferences, and industry workshops, and produce high-quality research outputs for publication or exhibition. Engage in knowledge transfer activities, working with stakeholders, industry representatives, and related research participants to apply technology and practices. Participate in competitive research funding applications and continually review best practice research methodologies.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the effective supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, demonstrating personal effectiveness in managing researcher development. Lead and develop supervisees by providing feedback, coaching, and professional development. Manage research support staff in accordance with university policies and promptly address conflicts or grievances following university procedures.
• Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You
• Completion or near completion of a PhD in the areas of Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Proficiency in laboratory-based studies.
• Proficiency in pilot-based studies (desired).
• A record of publishing high-quality research papers in high impact scientific journals, and preparation technical reports to the participating industry partners.
• An ability to work both independently in a research environment and as a part of a cross-disciplinary research team.
• Exemplified high-level organisational and time management skills, with demonstrated capacity to establish and achieve goals with the ability to build smooth liaisons and strong partnerships with academic and industrial collaborators.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an exemplified ability to work collaboratively and establish a rapport and good working relationships with undergraduate and postgraduate students, and academic and professional staff.
• Some experience in meaningful internal service roles and contributions towards external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc.

Work Rights?

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Paul Jensen via p.jensen@uq.edu.au.For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
• Resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the 'About You' section

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close on Sunday, 27 April 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50403).