Fixed Term, Full Time Appointment | 2-year contract
Research Focused Academic Level A 
Annual salary $76,604 – $114,924 pa + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Casuarina Campus | Larrakia Country

About the Position
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will contribute to a FEnEx CRC funded research program focused on evaluating the feasibility of using treated wastewater to support large-scale hydrogen production in the Northern Territory. The role involves advanced techno-economic modelling, environmental assessment, infrastructure analysis and the integration of circular-economy and renewable-energy considerations. 

As the Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will undertake scenario development, analyse multiple water sourcing and treatment pathways and develop integrated process flows to support evidence-based decision-making across government, industry and community stakeholders. You will work closely with CDU researchers, NT Government, industry partners and the FEnEx CRC network to deliver high-quality outputs, including peer-reviewed publications, industry reports, and stakeholder presentations.

This position is well suited to candidates with strong quantitative modelling skills who are interested in applying their expertise to real-world water, energy and infrastructure challenges in a policy-relevant context.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

Essential

• PhD in Engineering, or another closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in process and/or energy system simulation using relevant modelling software.
• Proven skills in techno-economic modelling, including cost–benefit and sensitivity analysis.
• Experience with environmental impact modelling, particularly Life Cycle Assessment.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary technical, environmental, and economic datasets.
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant fields.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical results to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Desirable

• Experience with GIS-based infrastructure mapping.
• Familiarity with the hydrogen energy sector, water treatment technologies, and circular economy principles.
• Industry engagement experience, especially with government or CRC projects.
• Commitment to the University’s values.

Remuneration 
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level A. The base salary will be in the range of $76,604 - $114,924 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $89,626 - $134,461 per annum, including 17% superannuation.

First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures 
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992. More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here. 
 
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What’s in it for you?

• An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
• Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
• Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
• An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
• 17% superannuation
• Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (primary care giver), in addition to government payments (eligibility criteria apply)
• Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
• Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
• Free on-campus parking in designated areas
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Hooman Mehdizadeh Rad on 08 8946 7*** or email ***************@cdu.edu.au

Do you need support? 
CDU endeavours to establish and maintain effective systems and processes that support a flexible and inclusive workplace culture. 
Adjustments can be made to support you throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment, in line with the University’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure. 
 
For confidential discussions, reasonable adjustment requests, or further information on workplace inclusion and policies, please contact People Services on 08 8946 62***or **************@cdu.edu.au.

Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family or sexual violence outside the workplace. 
 
Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.
Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neuro-diverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.
 
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Applications Close: Tuesday 10th February 2026