Research Fellow, Active Transport Modelling
Job No.: 676764
Location: 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Employment Type: Part-time, fraction (0.8)
Duration: 12-months fixed-term appointment
Remuneration: Pro-rata of $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)
- Amplify your impact as a Research Fellow in active travel research
- Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team shaping future transport solutions
- Collaborate on innovative travel behaviour and agent-based modelling projects
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to our innovative research in travel behaviour and transport modelling, with a focus on active travel. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that improve understanding of how people move through urban environments. The successful candidate will apply their expertise in agent-based modelling and travel demand analysis to develop new approaches that inform transport planning and promote sustainable travel behaviours.
As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, the Research Fellow will collaborate closely with colleagues and project stakeholders to achieve shared research objectives. The position involves conducting independent and team-based research, preparing high-quality publications and contributing to funding proposals. The role will also provide advice to postgraduate students and actively engage in research meetings and organisational activities to support the broader goals of the research program.
We are seeking someone with a completion or close to completion of a doctoral qualification in transport modelling or a related field. This position also requires someone with demonstrated experience in travel behaviour research and agent-based modelling, along with proficiency in programming languages such as R or Python. Strong analytical skills and a willingness to engage with diverse stakeholders is also essential.
This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to impactful research that supports more sustainable and efficient transport systems. If you are passionate about shaping the future of transport, we encourage you to apply.
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To Apply
Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to
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Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Associate Professor Ben Beck, Head - Sustainable Mobility and Safety Research, +61 3 9903 0316
Position Description: Research Fellow
Applications Close: Thursday 3 April 2024 11:55pm AEDT
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