This Research Fellow position is funded by the Solving Plastic Waste Cooperative Research Centre, a multi-institution partnership between academia and industry that has secured investment from the Federal Government to develop solutions to tackle problems involving plastic waste over the next 10 years. The CRC aims to find innovative solutions for reducing plastic waste, improving recycling processes, and developing sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics. Griffith University is one of the core research partners in the Solving Plastic Waste CRC.

The Research Fellow is a key position for the Solving Plastic Waste CRC and will work within Research Program 1 under the supervision of Prof Stefanie Feih from Griffith with industry partners to characterise and advance recycled plastic material formulations for specific target applications and critical material specifications. This is a hands-on and industry-facing position. Most importantly, the successful candidate will lead the industry engagement, chemically and mechanically characterise recycled plastic materials, and develop qualification systems that can rapidly identify performance-reducing contaminants within recycled material sources.

The successful candidate will benefit from the extended Solving Plastic Waste education and training program including training in communications, innovation management and leadership; a wide range of industry leading microcredentials; and an annual collaborative Design Challenge to develop innovative systems approaches to Solving Plastic Waste.

This is a fixed term (3 year), full time position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Gold Coast campus, with travel to the Nathan campus required for equipment access. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Fellow, Grade 2 range $110,464 - $131,180 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $129,243 - $153,481 per annum.

Using evidence-based diagnoses, therapies and recommended courses of treatment, you are empowered to manage your cases with the mentoring and support of our experienced team. Collaboration and mentoring between colleagues is welcomed and encouraged.

We run a rotating roster and you will be given the opportunity to dive into exciting surgical procedures as well as spend time consulting and getting to know our lovely clients.

We understand that weekends are for fun and an important part of creating a balance in your work and life, so weekends involve only a 1:4 rotation on a Saturday. We offer flexibility in our rosters with the option to work 4 days (or 5 shorter days) Our clinic is open until 6pm so you will still be able to make dinner or drinks with your loved ones. 

When joining our Greencross family, you will also enjoy an array of benefits including:

• Four weeks annual leave and one-week study leave which can be converted into paid annual leave
• CE programs, free AVA or vet registration plus VIN membership
• Mental health first aid officers at each clinic
• Free and confidential counselling available 24/7 through our EAP Telus
• Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience
• Discounts and perks across our network of clinics & Petbarn stores and many external retail brands

Our education, leadership and development programs are best in class. Greencross Vets invest in the continued educational growth of our team. We want you to learn from the very best minds in our industry, both here and abroad, so we provide unmatched opportunities through the largest Veterinary Symposium in Australia, online modules, cross-clinic mentoring, charitable programs, international conferences and CE allowances you can actually access when you want too.

Greencross Vets believes YOU are worth the investment!

Our Kippa-Ring hospital boasts four consult rooms, digital x-ray including dental x-ray, ultrasound, full in-house laboratory, surgical suite and smart flow.

Patients and staff appreciate our large waiting room, yard to exercise dogs, radiology room, isolation ward, dental and wet prep benches, pharmacy and our lunch room with outside access.

Feline patients appreciate their own segregated waiting area and dedicated consult room.

Northlakes is also fully equipped and has the added bonus of being across the road from specialists and an emergency hospital.

This role offers flexibility in the hours to be worked with full or part time hours considered. There is also scope for this to be a consult only position, if preferred. 

We believe in reward and recognition at every step. When you join our family, you’ll enjoy:

• A growth-focused environment where your development is our priority
• A full-time permanent role
• Four weeks annual leave, and one-week study leave
• CE programs, free AVA or Vet Registration plus VIN membership
• Mental health first aid officers at each clinic
• Free and confidential counselling available 24/7 through Telus
• Competitive salary and benefits in line with experience

• Oversee financial management of several infrastructure funds: Responsibility for the financial oversight and strategic management of multiple infrastructure funds, ensuring optimal fund performance, risk management, and adherence to financial objectives.
• Prepare Fund Financial Reporting: Lead the preparation of detailed financial reports for each fund, ensuring they are accurate, timely, and in compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
• Manage the Funds' Tax Reporting: Oversee and manage the tax reporting process for the funds, ensuring accurate and timely filings, compliance with tax laws, and optimisation of tax strategies.
• Quarterly Reporting: Coordinate and produce quarterly reports for investors and stakeholders, highlighting key performance indicators, financial results, and any significant developments within the funds.
• Unit Price Review: Regularly review and calculate the unit price for each fund, ensuring accuracy and transparency in the pricing process while reflecting the true value of the underlying assets.
• Manage Annual Audit Process: Lead and manage the annual audit process for the funds, working closely with external auditors to ensure all financial records are accurate and comply with relevant auditing standards.
• Compliance Reporting, including GS007: Ensure all compliance reporting requirements are met, including adhering to regulatory standards such as GS007, and managing internal processes to ensure consistent compliance across the funds.
• Distribution Calculation: Oversee the accurate calculation of distributions to investors, ensuring they are in line with the fund's distribution policies and performance, and that all distributions are made promptly and accurately.