Postdoctoral Research Fellow In Building Trust For A Just And Effective Net Zero Transition

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UQ Business School in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL)Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to July 2027Base salary will be in the range $80,448.78 - $107,104.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)Based at our vibrant and picturesque St Lucia Campus

UQ Business School in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL)Full-time (100%), fixed-term position through to July 2027Base salary will be in the range $80,448.78 - $107,104.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)Based at our vibrant and picturesque St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The position forms part of the research project Trust at the Interface – Building Interorganisational and Community Trust for a Just and Effective Net Zero Transition, a two-year, multi-region, mixed-method study focused on the role of trust in Australia's decarbonisation efforts. The project investigates trust dynamics both within and between organisations (e.g. governments, industry, NGOs, finance) and between organisations and communities.

This role involves both qualitative and quantitative research and supports the co-development of practical trust-building frameworks and tools with stakeholders across sectors. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to just climate transitions by informing policy and practice through applied, socially engaged research. This project will be conducted within the wider Net Zero Australia project, a collaboration between The University of Queensland, University of Melbourne and Princeton University.

At this level it is expected that you will also contribute to service and engagement roles and activities.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

Research : Contribute to an established research program, collaborate on research projects, seek and manage research funding, publish in reputable journals, utilize best practice research methodologies, and participate in project discussions.Citizenship and Service : Contribute to the development of partnerships, demonstrate leadership through collaboration and mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad : from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site / WFH options and flexible start / finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

A PhD (awarded or near completion) in a relevant discipline (e.g. psychology, business).Demonstrated experience in qualitative and / or quantitative research methods.Strong analytical and writing skills, with a track record of peer-reviewed publications or equivalent outputs.Capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders (e.g. government, industry, Indigenous organisations, community groups).Experience or interest in climate policy, energy transitions, or environmental governance.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.Knowledge of Australian energy policy, Indigenous governance, or regional development.Strong project coordination or stakeholder engagement skills.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including : right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Matthew Hornsey –

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Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and / or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

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