NCCARF Visiting Fellowships

The National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility (NCCARF) invites applications from within Australia and internationally, for up to three visiting research fellowships in 2011/12. These should be in the general area of climate change adaptation and should take into account the research interests of NCCARF (see www.nccarf.edu.au) and the specific requirements of Australia in the area of climate change adaptation, for example water resource management and coastal management in areas of rapid urban growth.
 
NCCARF was established in 2008 by the Australian Government and is hosted by Griffith University. Its role is to lead the Australian research community in a national inter-disciplinary effort to generate the biophysical, social and economic information needed by decision makers in government and in vulnerable sectors and communities to manage the risks of climate change impacts. Its main activities include eight national Adaptation Research Networks, identification of national research priorities through a series of Adaptation Research Plans, and programs of thematic and synthesising research.
 
Successful applicants for the Visiting Fellowships should:

• Be active researchers in the area of climate change adaptation with a recent peer-reviewed publication record;
• Normally take up residence for between 2 and 6 months at Griffith University Gold Coast campus, Queensland;
• Be willing to interact with Australian researchers with a view to developing longer-term linkages, and including undertaking a program of visits to other (Australia-wide) institutions in the NCCARF consortium.
• Have a clear identified research topic to be addressed during the period of residence, which will lead to at least one peer-reviewed publication.
• Be prepared to make science input to the program of synthesis and integrative research currently being undertaken by NCCARF.  

These positions are suitable for researchers and decision-makers seeking a stimulating environment for a sabbatical, and the opportunity to participate in adaptation activities at the science-policy interface.
  
Potential applicants are encouraged in the first instance to contact the NCCARF Director, Professor Jean Palutikof at j.palutikof@griffith.edu.au +61 (0)7 5552 7333. Final applications should be sent to Kerry Fitzgerald at k.fitzgerald@griffith.edu.au +61 (0)7 5552 7326.
 
The closing date for applications is Friday 29 April 2011.

Applying for a Fellowship

Applicants should provide the following:
 

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Covering letter which includes:
3. A synopsis of applicant’s current research activities as they relate to climate change adaptation.
4. Outline of the proposed research to be undertaken during the Fellowship;
5. Information on the proposed timing and duration of visit. 

General Information

 The value of the Fellowship will be no greater than $50,000 (Australian) in total and is likely to consist of:

1.  A living allowance of up to $1,500 per week. Griffith University can assist with options for accommodation. The Fellow is responsible for final arrangements.
2. Return economy class airfare from their home country to the Gold Coast Queensland up to a maximum $2,500. Costs for removal expenses will not be covered. Consideration will be given to assistance for economy class immediate family travel costs for appointments of longer duration.

International visitors will require an appropriate entry visa. Information regarding visa requirements is available at www.immi.gov.au Relevant Australian taxation laws will apply and any tax implications will be the responsibility of the Fellow. See www.ato.gov.au for more information about Australian taxation.