Postdoctoral / Research Associate in Sustainability

Full time fixed term for 12 months at Camperdown Campus

Opportunity to contribute to high-impact sustainability research

Base Salary Level A $93,424 - $125,896 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is seeking a Postdoctoral or Research Associate in Sustainability to join School of Physics in Faculty of Science. You will apply and develop your expertise to further the research agenda of the Faculty and School.

Working under broad supervision of Professor Arunima Malik, you will contribute to research independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality scholarly outcomes and supporting externally funded projects. This role offers an opportunity to build your research profile, strengthen stakeholder networks, and contribute to meaningful sustainability outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

conduct research and scholarly activity independently or as part of a team, contributing to supply chain sustainability assessments
develop and refine independent research skills under the guidance of senior academic staff
apply appropriate research methods in supply chain modelling and plan, prioritise and deliver against project objectives
contribute to research outputs, including publications, reports and presentations
provide informal mentoring and advice to students within the discipline
undertake administrative tasks and contribute to faculty or school meetings
collaborate with academic, industry and professional stakeholders to support research activities
contribute to a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture

About you

a PhD (or near completion) in sustainability, environmental science, engineering or a related field
demonstrated experience conducting original research or scholarly activity
demonstrated experience in supply chain modelling, including experience using life cycle assessment techniques
a developing research profile with potential for high-quality outputs
demonstrated understanding of subject matter within the discipline
experience in planning, organising and delivering research activities
ability to communicate effectively, including presenting research findings
a developing network of academic, industry or professional stakeholders

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

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How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Deepna Chand Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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Sunday 12 July 2026 11:59 PM

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