Research Associate

About The Role Level A - $113k - $121k – plus 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading. Fixed Term – 11 months (or to December 31 2026). Full-time (35 hours per week). The position will be based at the UNSW node of the Climate Systems Hub (CSH), within the Climate Change Research Centre (CCRC) in Sydney, NSW. The CCRC is a multidisciplinary research centre with significant expertise in atmospheric, oceanic and terrestrial processes. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research that advances the understanding of Australia’s climate, its extremes and associated drivers, and to improve future projections to inform climate adaptation solutions for Australia. Specific Responsibilities For This Role Include Contribute independently and as a team member in collaborative research with other researchers within CSH partner organisations, enhancing the quality of outcomes in high‑resolution rainfall extremes. Conduct research (as per the norms of the discipline) and/or enable research teams to create scholarly output recognised by peers. Co‑design and co‑produce research projects through interaction with stakeholders during the research process. Communicate research findings by publishing in highly ranked journals and presenting at local, national and global conferences. Lead specific research projects under the guidance of a research leader and contribute to the development of research activities. Develop and run atmospheric and/or coupled climate model simulations using WRF or similar models. Analyse observations/reanalysis in relation to model simulations. Analyse output from bespoke model experiments and large ensembles (e.g. CMIP, CORDEX, NARCliM). Take on leadership opportunities to contribute to the collegiate life of CSH/CCRC such as PhD supervision, committee membership and leading workshops. Participate in and/or present at conferences and workshops relevant to the project as required. Align with and actively demonstrate the Code of Conduct and Values. Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others. About The Successful Applicant PhD in Physical Climate Science, Climate Modelling or Atmosphere/Ocean Dynamics or related discipline. Demonstrated ability to undertake high‑quality scientific research independently and as part of a collaborative team. Demonstrated track record of strong research and publication (relative to opportunity) in an area listed in the position summary. Evidence of high‑level analytical and problem‑solving skills. Evidence of highly developed verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated programming skills in a Unix/Linux environment (e.g. Python, Fortran, Matlab, R). Knowledge of regional climate processes and/or land‑atmosphere interactions and/or atmosphere dynamics. Experience in developing experiments and running regional climate simulations with a model like WRF, including developing and applying bias correction to boundary conditions. An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines. Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. Contact Jason Evans E: Applications Close November 26th, 2025 Find Out More About Working At UNSW At Www.unsw.edu.au UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. #J-18808-Ljbffr