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Research Fellow in Circular Economy University of Melbourne in Australia

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Environmental Science

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Full-time fixed-term research fellow appointment for up to 2 years. Salary is Level A AUD $87,266-$118,416 p.a. pro rata plus 17% superannuation, or Level B AUD $124,656-$148,023 p.a. pro rata plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include 17% super, salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Nov 14, 2026

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University of Melbourne

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About this position

Research Fellow in Circular Economy at the University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.

This is a full-time, fixed-term research role for up to 2 years in the School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology. The position sits in an interdisciplinary setting and works closely with the Chair of Circular Economy to design and deliver innovative research programmes that advance sustainability, circular economy practice, and policy.

Research focus: circular economy, sustainability, engineering, plastics, metals, energy systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, industry engagement, government partnership, and research translation into measurable impact.

Key duties include: designing and delivering high-quality research projects; identifying and securing collaborative funding; managing project plans, budgets, timelines, and milestones; coordinating workshops, seminars, and engagement activities; and contributing through publications, presentations, and internal sustainability initiatives.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field such as sustainability, circular economy, or engineering. The post also asks for experience with collaborative funding proposals, interdisciplinary teamwork, project and budget management, clear communication, workshop facilitation, and a strong track record in circular economy or related research areas.

Funding and conditions: salary is Level A AUD $87,266-$118,416 per annum pro rata plus 17% superannuation, or Level B AUD $124,656-$148,023 per annum pro rata plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include superannuation, salary packaging, wellbeing support, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. Visa sponsorship is not available, and applicants must have valid work rights for Australia.

How to apply: submit the application through the University of Melbourne Workday portal. Upload a resume, a cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses to the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Deadline: 2026-11-14.

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term research fellow appointment for up to 2 years. Salary is Level A AUD $87,266-$118,416 p.a. pro rata plus 17% superannuation, or Level B AUD $124,656-$148,023 p.a. pro rata plus 17% superannuation. Benefits include 17% super, salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field such as sustainability, circular economy or engineering. The role prefers experience developing collaborative funding opportunities with industry, government or research organisations, working in interdisciplinary research teams, managing projects and budgets, communicating complex ideas clearly, facilitating workshops, and demonstrating an outstanding track record in circular economy or related project areas with independent research experience.

How to apply

Apply through the University of Melbourne careers portal using the Workday application link. Upload a resume, cover letter, and responses to the Selection Criteria from the Position Description. You must have current valid work rights for Australia, as visa sponsorship is not available.

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