CareerPlan

Research Fellow in Circular Economy

Parkville, Victoria, AUFull-timeA$87k–A$118k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-12
Based in AustraliaNo visa sponsorship

Core

Design and deliver interdisciplinary circular economy research projects to drive real-world sustainability impact and policy advancement.

Role type

Research Fellow (academic/research)

Builds

Innovative research programmes and collaborative funding opportunities in plastics, metals, energy, and related systems.

Domain

Sustainability / Circular Economy / Chemical Engineering

Deliverable

research

Required skills

PhD in sustainability, circular economy, or engineering; securing collaborative funding; interdisciplinary collaboration; project and budget management; workshop facilitation; independent quantitative/qualitative research

Preferred skills

Track record in circular economy projects; experience with industry, government, and research organization partnerships

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Design and deliver high-quality circular economy research projects; Identify and secure new collaborative funding opportunities; Develop and manage project plans, budgets, and timelines; Coordinate engagement activities including workshops and seminars; Contribute to advancing sustainability through publications and presentations

Seniority

Mid-level researcher (PhD required)