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Research Fellow in Climate Adaptation, Grief and Loss Southern Cross University in Australia
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Participatory Action Research
Funding
Full-time fixed-term research fellow contract for 18 months at ACAD Level B. Salary is AUD 117,916 to 139,454 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 163,161.
Deadline
Nov 16, 2026
Country
Australia
University
Southern Cross University
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About this position
Research Fellow – Climate Adaptation, Grief and Loss at Southern Cross University (Lismore, NSW, Australia) is a fixed-term research position focused on climate change adaptation, grief and loss, Indigenous studies, human geography, social science, and wellbeing.
The successful candidate will work within the Gnibi College of Indigenous Australian Peoples on the REVIVE project, an international collaboration with Southern Cross University and King’s College London. The project examines how communities respond to climate-related disruption, grief, and loss, and how participatory, co-designed, and arts-based research can support more liveable futures.
Research context: The role is based at the Lismore campus and involves work across three case study locations: Lismore (Australia), Durban (South Africa), and Norfolk (UK). The fellow will design and deliver defined components of the research program, coordinate ethics and governance approvals, manage milestones, and contribute high-quality research outputs and community-facing materials.
Eligibility and requirements: Applicants should hold a PhD in social science, human geography, Indigenous studies, or a cognate field, or have submitted the PhD and be under examination. The post requires postdoctoral-level research experience, the ability to independently plan and deliver research, strong organisational skills, and knowledge of grief, loss, mental health, or wellbeing. Experience working respectfully with Indigenous understandings of wellbeing, relationality, place, and Country is important. The position also requires extended fieldwork in the UK and South Africa.
Employment and funding: This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for 18 months at ACAD Level B. Salary is AUD 117,916–139,454 per annum plus 17% superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 163,161.
Application: Apply online through Southern Cross University’s recruitment system by clicking the APPLY button. Applicants must submit a CV and cover letter that addresses each selection criterion in the position description. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is recommended.
Deadline: 16 November 2026 at 11:30pm AEDT.
Funding details
Full-time fixed-term research fellow contract for 18 months at ACAD Level B. Salary is AUD 117,916 to 139,454 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation, with total remuneration up to AUD 163,161.
What's required
A PhD in social science, human geography, Indigenous studies or a relevant cognate discipline, or evidence that the PhD has been submitted and is under examination. The role requires demonstrated ability to independently design, undertake and deliver high-quality research at postdoctoral level, including managing research activities and meeting agreed milestones. Applicants should have strong knowledge of social and psychological understandings of grief, loss, mental health or wellbeing, and the ability to engage respectfully with Indigenous understandings of wellbeing, relationality, place and Country. Extended fieldwork in overseas settings (UK and South Africa) is required. Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency, or current working rights in Australia for the full appointment period.
How to apply
Apply online via the Southern Cross University application portal by clicking the APPLY button on the job advert. Attach a CV and cover letter, and ensure the cover letter addresses each selection criterion in the position description. Submit as soon as possible because applications are reviewed as received.
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