Postdoctoral Research Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering at UTS 2026

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering seeks to recruit three new Postdoctoral Research Associate/Fellow positions to undertake ARC-funded research at the School of Civil & Environmental Engineering in the ground-breaking area of high-speed rail geotechnics. Click here to learn more about the research project. 

This role will strengthen research in geomechanics and geotechnical engineering. The role will also contribute to the University and Faculty’s research foci in transport and environment.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate / Fellow will have the opportunity to work in world class facilities at UTS Tech Lab (Botany), engage with leading researchers and mentor research students.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 2, 2026
• Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
• SponsorUniversity of Technology Sydney
• City to studyNew South Wales
• School to studyUniversity of Technology Sydney
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Base Salary Range:  $ 106,829 - $ 134,294 pa (Level A.3- Level B.4) 
• This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. 
• UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

Requirements

As the successful candidate, you will have demonstrated experience in leading geomechanics research groups as well as a high level of knowledge in geomaterials modelling. You will also have strong computer programming skills, particularly those relevant to DEM and CFD. You will also have;

• A PhD degree in a relevant science or engineering in geomechanics
• Good publication record in international journals
• Knowledge of recent advances in highspeed rail geotechnics
• Knowledge of emerging research trends in geotechnical engineering and computational mechanics
• Analytical and numerical skills to interpret large research data sets related to geotechnical engineering
• Experience and track record in research with demonstrated outcomes including research publications

Application Documents

To apply, please submit;

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your interest in the role, as well as addressing the selection criteria listed on Page 3 of the Position Statement. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria 

Check also:
ANU Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Stipend Scholarship 2026
University of Canberra Research Scholarships 2026

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• For more information, kindly visit the UTS website.