Job Description

The role

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- Full Time, Continuing
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- Level D - $167,348 to $184,243 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
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- Level E - $215,225 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
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- Academic Institution Leadership Allowance
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- On Site: Albury-Wodonga (No remote work will be considered)
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This is an opportunity to shape the future of environmental research at Charles Sturt University. As Professor or Associate Professor of Environmental Science (Water and Environmental Systems Program Lead), you will provide strategic leadership to a multidisciplinary research program addressing some of the most complex environmental challenges facing Australia. Bringing together expertise across water management, ecology, natural resource management, climate adaptation and decision science, you will help create practical, evidence-based solutions for healthier ecosystems, more resilient communities and a sustainable future.

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Based within the Gulbali Institute at Albury-Wodonga, you will build research capability, grow external investment and develop partnerships spanning government, industry, Traditional Owners, communities and research organisations. You will lead a cooperative research culture that supports emerging researchers and translates excellent research into policy, practice and measurable environmental outcomes. As a senior leader within the Institute,



you will also contribute to its strategic direction and strengthen Charles Sturt's reputation and impact in water and environmental systems research.

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About you

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- A distinguished researcher in environmental science, water or a related field
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- A strong record of impactful research and high-quality scholarly outputs
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- Proven success securing major research funding and building external partnerships
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- An inclusive leader who brings people together around a shared purpose
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- A strategic thinker who turns research opportunities into lasting impact
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About us

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Learn more about the Gulbali Institute here.

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Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits.

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This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

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Further information

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Additional information is available in the applicant brochures:

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Applicant Brochure - Level D - Associate Professor of Environmental Science

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Applicant Brochure - Level E - Professor of Environmental Science

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Or by contacting: Professor Lee Baumgartner | Executive Director, Gulbali Institute | [email protected]

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Closing Date: 11pm, 6 October 2026

📌 Associate Professor/Professor of Environmental Science (Water and Environmental Systems Program Lead (Wodonga)
🏢 Water and Environmental Systems Program Lead
📍 Wodonga