- Engaging in meticulous research and fieldwork activities aligned with the strategic objectives of the Institute, fostering innovation and contributing to the advancement of knowledge.
- Cultivating a distinguished publication record, demonstrating a commitment to the sharing of research findings with the broader academic community.
- Contributing to the Institutes research initiatives. Providing mentorship to higher degree research candidates and manage a team of Research Assistants and Technical Staff to ensure project success.
- Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field or extensive research-oriented experience in the field(s) of coastal engineering, coastal management, coastal oceanography and/or flooding.
- Demonstrated experience in understanding dynamics of shorelines and coastal ocean processes.
- Demonstrated experience in coastal process modelling (eg. XBeach, SWAN, DELFT3D, MIKE 21/3).
- Demonstrated experience in coding (Matlab or Python)
- Demonstrated ability to undertake research and work under broad direction only and exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively with Chief Investigators.
- Experience working with Geographic Information Systems (ArcMap, QGIS, or equivalent). {Desirable}
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
- Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)
Research Fellow, Coastal Hydrodynamics - Southport, Australia - MPC Moving Picture Company
Description
Company Description
Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You'll find we're about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you'll achieve them.
Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.
Job Description
The Research Fellow position involves contributing to one or more areas of research within the Cities Research Institute. The Research Fellow will work within the research group of the Director of the Cities Research Institute / Coastal and Marine Research Centre.
The Research Fellow will contribute to risk management and decision-making strategies in the face of tropical cyclones impacting coastal Queensland. In this collaborative role, you'll contribute to the development of a decision support system aimed at bolstering emergency and disaster management efforts. Partnering with esteemed organisations such as Queensland Fire and Emergency Services, GeoScience Australia, Bureau of Meteorology, and the Department of Environment and Science, you'll play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges posed by extreme wind and storm tide inundation.
This role is responsible for;
This is a full time, fixed term (12 months) position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.
Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Fellow, Grade 1 range $84,830 - $99,367 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $99,251 - $116,259 per annum.
Qualifications
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you'll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you'll have on every community and every future.
You will also have:
Additional Information
Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
How to apply
At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information specifically about this role, please contact Dr Darrell Strauss, Senior Research Fellow at
For application and recruitment advice, please contact Corinna Gartrell, Talent Acquisition Partner at
For application support, please contact People Services on and quote reference number REF5055U .
Closing date: Wednesday, 22 May 2024 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.