• Based in UniSA Business at the City West campus
• Full time, fixed term contract until 3 August 2023
• Commencement Salary: $127,680 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

About the Role

In this varied, research leadership role, you will make an independent and original contribution to research in the area of relevant and applied business research. You will develop, engage in and lead research projects that are related to the development of choice modelling methods and their application to transport, land use and other empirical contexts. As the Senior Research Fellow, you will develop high-quality, productivity-driven research networks with local, national and global partners, attracting research funding and producing high quality research outputs.

About UniSA

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop research on choice modelling, both within and beyond chosen substantive disciplinary boundaries (e.g. transport, land use, labour markets, environment and resources)
• Pursue academic research funding and grant opportunities with government agencies and industry partners
• Manage research activity and milestones, and undertake an active research and publication program
• Mentor and manage PhD and post-doctoral students and offer technical training to both academic and professional staff as appropriate 

Essential Skills and Experience

• Relevant doctoral degree in applied economics, econometrics, or relevant field
• Evidence of research experience involving survey design, analysis and interpretation of choice
• Established record of research and intellectual contributions to choice modelling, including high-quality peer reviewed journal articles or equivalent publications
• Experience with at least one of the following software packages: Biogeme, STATA, SAS, R, Matlab, Gauss, Nlogit
• Demonstrated experience and record of providing supervision to HDR students

Benefits

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• Employee assistance and development programs
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• Corporate health insurance
• Staff study support
• Various on-site services available at our campuses which may include on-site gym membership
• A variety of leave arrangements

Culture

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

How to Apply

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Please address your cover letter to Jade Windsor, Senior Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact UniSA Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 4674.

Applications close: 11:30 pm Sunday 4 December 2022

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

How to apply:

Applications must be lodged online, please note UniSA does not accept applications via email.

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UniSA is committed to developing a diverse workforce and a constructive enterprising culture in which everyone can thrive.

For further support, contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or email recruitment@unisa.edu.au and you will receive a response within one working day.

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