Research Fellow in Forest Certification

at  University of Melbourne

RESEARCH FELLOW IN FOREST CERTIFICATION

Position Number: 0064611
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full Time; Fixed-Term for 24 Months
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Science

Salary: UoM Level B - $119,231 - $141,581 p.a. plus 17% super

• Influential research role
• Drive positive environmental and industry outcomes within a vibrant academic community
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

WORKING AT THE UNIVERSITY – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

• Conduct Comprehensive Research: Undertake surveys, interviews, and analysis of certification documentation to identify implemented practices for achieving certification and the impact this has had on forest management practices.
• Investigate Driving Factors and Impacts: Determine motivations for pursuing certification, evaluate consumer understanding, and assess certification’s influence on organisational reputation and practices.
• Foster Collaborative Partnerships: Engage with certification schemes, professional bodies, industry partners, and stakeholders to establish research objectives and foster collaborative relationships.
• Contribute to Academic Excellence: Publish findings, present at conferences/forums, and assist in supervising and training students.