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Getty Research Fellow, Guidance & Facilitator Training Materials for Climate Vulnerability Assessment
James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.
We now have an exciting opportunity for a Getty Research Fellow, Guidance and Facilitator Training Materials for Climate Vulnerability Assessment to join our team within the College of Science and Engineering.
- Full-time and fixed term to 18 June 2028
- Located at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus in Tropical North Queensland
- Academic Level A or B $80,371 - $133,110 p.a. + super and other benefits
- Level of appointment and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
About the College of Science and Engineering
The College of Science and Engineering is a comprehensive provider of world class research and undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a range of science, technology and engineering disciplines.
As part of the Academy, the College of Science and Engineering promotes, supports and administers quality teaching, hands-on experiences, industry placements and research at JCU in the areas of Marine Biology & Aquaculture, Zoology and Ecology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Information Technology, Physical Sciences Engineering and Veterinary Science.
We are recognised globally for our excellence in research and we strive to ensure that we bring research directly into our classrooms. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs are united by a commitment to excellent teaching, experiential learning opportunities utilising our world class infrastructure and natural laboratories, and a commitment to diversity and respect for difference.
Our postgraduate courses offer professionals opportunities to develop their abilities and advance their careers and our PhD program has launched a thousand research careers.
About Getty
Getty advances art’s meaning and impact—bringing people together to preserve the past, inspire the present, and shape the future.
About the opportunity
The Getty Research Fellow, Guidance and Facilitator Training Materials for Climate Vulnerability Assessment will conduct research to support key deliverables for Getty's Global Art and Sustainability Fellows program; and the program of the UNESCO Chair on Climate Change Vulnerability of Natural and Cultural Heritage. The 2-year position will develop guidance documents and facilitator training for the Climate Vulnerability Index (CVI, https://cvi-heritage.org) on the Bebegu Yumba Townsville campus. Key tasks and accountabilities of the position will include to develop materials to support accelerated training of heritage practitioners in climate science, vulnerability theory, the application of these into local (community) contexts; to develop and implement CVI facilitator training workshops; and trial each of these in preparing for CVI workshops. This will necessarily include publication and dissemination of research findings and quality academic publications.
What you can bring to the role
- A PhD or Master qualification or equivalent in a relevant climate science and/or heritage conservation discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing communication materials, such as for use in training.
- Demonstrated experience in the production, facilitation and/or participation for multi-disciplinary consultation workshops.
- Evidence of outstanding research ability, including innovation, creativity and timely completion of tasks.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong publishing track record in quality peer- reviewed journals, including as lead author.
- Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in and understanding of climate science (including historical data and future projections).
- Exposure to and/or experience in heritage conservation management and/or governance.
- Experience in production of consultation workshops for climate change, heritage or other applications.
- Experience in effective stakeholder and rightsholder engagement for climate change, heritage or other applications.
Desirable
- Experience in and understanding of climate science (including historical data and future projections).
- Exposure to and/or experience in heritage conservation management and/or governance.
- Experience in production of consultation workshops for climate change, heritage or other applications.
- Experience in effective stakeholder and rightsholder engagement for climate change, heritage or other applications.
Shape your future with JCU
At JCU we’re not just shaping minds; we’re shaping the future.
As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world’s most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.
Find out more about JCU and our locations.
Why JCU?
JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other benefits including;
- A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per year
- Cultural leave and Flexible working options
- Attractive options for salary packaging
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program
- Professional development support
- Well-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes and sporting fitness.
How to Apply and Contact Details
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.
Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:
- Complete the application form
- Upload your current resume
- Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role.
- Upload a separate document in response to the selection criteria as specified in the duty descriptor.
Applications close on Sunday 19 July 2026 ta 11:59PM AEST.
About our Process
At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.
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What matters to us at JCU?
Our People – Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
Our Education – Knowledge has the power to change lives
Our Place – the Tropics and beyond
Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation
James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.
