Senior Research Fellow (2 Year Project Based)

Background:

The Senior Research Fellow (SRF) will lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Pacific Action for Climate Transitions (PACT) projects within FNU’s Research Office. The PACT Research Centre, a collaboration between Fiji National University and Monash University (Australia), focuses on strengthening climate resilience, climate finance systems, and institutional capacity in the region. The SRF will coordinate and manage multiple research projects, oversee data analysis, support teaching and supervision of graduate students, and contribute to academic publications and reports. The role includes managing multidisciplinary teams, budgets, timelines, and ensuring compliance with funding and ethical requirements while building partnerships with local, regional, and international stakeholders. The position requires strong analytical and project management skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to advancing climate research and sustainable development in Fiji. The appointee may be assigned to limited teaching and student supervision in a relevant disciplinary college.  Appointment to this position will be tagged at Assistant Professor rank. Project will end on 31 December 2027.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• PhD or similar Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• With at least 5 years of work experience in research and/or project management.
• Demonstrated evidence of research, publication record and/or research writing
• Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines and multi-stakeholder teams.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of grant writing
• Experience working in the pacific region or with pacific communities
• Demonstrates evidence of ongoing publications in ranked journals. 

Salary: FJD84,860.00 gross per annum plus 10% superannuation

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.
3. vacancy2@fnu.ac.fj : For other queries regarding the advertised position, expression of interest or FNU careers.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.