Our team at the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF), is recruiting a Research Consultant to work on exciting research projects within our various research areas, including sustainable water, energy and resource futures. The role could be either full time or part time.

About the Institute

The Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF) undertakes game-changing sustainability research. Established for more than 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 a key focus area supporting UTS’s ambition to deliver global impact as a leading university of technology.

ISF is a research institute at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). UTS has a vision to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university in central Sydney, consistently ranked the top young university in Australia. Beyond a vibrant new campus in Sydney’s creative precinct, at the heart of UTS are exceptional people.

About the role

As a result of continuing growth, we now have vacancies for talented and dynamic researchers, to work on challenging sustainability research projects as a Research Consultant.

As a Research Consultant, you would bring your previous professional experience in the field of sustainability, to undertake structured, high quality and innovative research. Your track record of successful project management will enable you to play an integral part in a dynamic research team. You will have the ability to work in a commercial environment to deliver high quality project-based research. Working in teams, you will use your knowledge of current technical and policy issues, and current best practice relating to sustainability.

To be successful in our team you must:

• Design and conduct research
• Effectively communicate our research
• Manage projects and competing priorities
• Show a passion for sustainability

Our team needs people who can undertake either quantitative or qualitative research, or both.
Applicants with prior experience in government, community, business, university or any other sectors are welcome to apply.

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $81,618 to $88,371 p.a (HEW 6, pro rata for part time)

The level of appointment is dependent upon skills, experience and competencies.

The university offers 9.5% employer provided superannuation and salary packaging opportunities. This appointment will be on a 1 year fixed term, on a full time or part time basis.

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

A Position Description is attached.