• Warrnambool Campus
• Full-time and fixed term until 01 Sep 2027
• Level A $80,065 - $107,633 + 17% Superannuation

Why work with us?

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

Overview of the role:

The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment is dedicated to being at the forefront of teaching, learning, creating and social development and fostering cutting-edge research and discovery. The School/Institute of Life and Environmental Sciences places high emphasis on research that makes a difference and is solution-led. We work closely with industry partners and the government to put findings into practice.

Australia’s Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS) is a national collaborative research infrastructure, supported by the Australian government to undertake systematic observing of Australia’s marine environment. These observations produce data streams that are publicly available via the Australian Ocean Data Network (AODN) and support a range of research and operational activities across academic, government, and industry.  Reporting to the Professor in Marine Science, the Fellow will be engaged across the IMOS portfolio including the Coastal Wave Buoy Facility, Victorian National Reference Station and Animal Tracking Facility and will undertake activities including operational oceanography, data management including quality assurance and delivery to National depositories. 

The Associate Research Fellow will engage collaboratively to conduct high-quality research, scholarship and creative activities generating high impact outputs, with mentorship from leaders within the research team. This position is suited to an emerging researcher keen to explore and build on new areas and foster research and researcher development to have real-world impact and contribute to a dynamic and enthusiastic research team.

As an Associate Research Fellow, you will:

• Conduct high-quality research, scholarship and creative activities generating high impact outputs, with mentorship
• Engage collaboratively to participate in novel and high-quality research or creative activities
• Communicate outputs, including as part of team
• Ensure impact of academic activity on the field and the community
• Support and may lead applications for funding for research and creative activities
• Begin building a body of work and reputation and recognition for quality, excellence and impact.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• This position may require the incumbent to travel domestically, including between campuses, and/or internationally to undertake research, attend conferences, events and to represent the University.
• This position requires the incumbent to hold a current Working with children Check
• Valid Working with Children’s Check (Employee) or willing to obtain

Here's how to apply: 

Please submit your updated resume, a brief cover letter, and responses to the Key Selection Criteria by clicking the 'Apply' button. 

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 Associate Research Fellow, Marine Data.pdf

Applications for this position close on March 25th at 10am.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.