Shape the future of water and environmental research
Turn research into meaningful environmental impact
Build partnerships across industry, government and community

The role

Full Time, Continuing
Level D - $167,348 to $184,243 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
Level E - $215,225 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
Academic Institution Leadership Allowance
On Site: Albury-Wodonga (No remote work will be considered)

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.

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 collaborative 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.

About you

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

About us

We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish.

The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place.

Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.

Learn more about the Gulbali Institute here.

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

Charles Sturt University is committed to building a diverse workforce as shown through our Athena Swan Bronze Award, our Australian Workplace Equality Index Bronze Award and our membership of a range of diversity focused organisations including Diversity Council Australia and Pride in Diversity. We encourage applications from First Nations people, carers, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, neurodivergent people, and people of all age groups, genders and sexualities for all roles.

To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a “statement of suitability” demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the applicant information brochure) and upload your CV. You will also be asked to submit a max 1 page response on "What is your philosophy for managing and growing productive research teams?". If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

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

Further information

Additional information is available in the applicant brochures:

Applicant Brochure - Level D - Associate Professor of Environmental Science

Applicant Brochure - Level E - Professor of Environmental Science

Or by contacting: Professor Lee Baumgartner | Executive Director, Gulbali Institute | lbaumgartner@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11pm, 6 October 2026

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