Our Energy Team at the Institute for Sustainable Futures (ISF), is recruiting a Senior Research Consultant. The consultant would work on exciting research projects within the following three themes: customer energy innovations; energy fairness and jobs; and 100% renewables. 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

Are you passionate about supporting the energy transition? We are looking for researchers who can take on deep analysis, write high-impact reports and prepare funding proposals for future work. We need researchers who can manage projects well and contribute to strategic planning for the energy team and Institute.

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
• Have knowledge and experience in sustainable energy systems i.e. a relevant degree and/or > 3 years relevant work experience and demonstrated knowledge of technical, economic and policy aspects of distributed energy options

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.

For our qualitative analysis we need to you to be able to use one or more of the following methods:

• Surveys
• Interviews
• Thematic analysis
• Literature reviews
• Policy analysis
• Evaluation

For our quantitative research we need you to be able to use one or more of the following tools:

• Python
• C++
• Spatial (GIS) systems
• Electricity network modelling tools
• Statistical packages (e.g. ‘r’)

Remuneration (base salary, pro-rata for part time)

• Senior Research Consultant (Level 7) $90,062 to $99,631

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

Please apply for the level for which you wish to be considered by the panel. See Application Instructions for more information.

The university offers 17% employer-provided superannuation and generous salary packaging opportunities. This appointment will be on a 2 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.