Research Fellow – Last Mile Van Delivery – Melbourne University

Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term until December 2024
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: School of Electrical, Mechanical, and Infrastructure Engineering
Salary: Level A– $77,171 – $104,717  p.a. plus 17% super

The School of Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI) undertakes teaching and research across a range of disciplines that are internationally recognised for their contribution to fundamental research. EMI has several well-established industry linkages and international partnerships and is building a vibrant profile of interdisciplinary research, working with industry with an aim to contribute to society.

As the Research Fellow, you will be a part of integrating a variety of transport modes to ensure that they are efficient and safe within contemporary parcel distribution networks. This project will develop procedures for designing delivery routes involving a combination of van and walking tours. In this role, you will develop automated techniques for identifying areas for van and walking routes using spatial analysis and modelling tools.

In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and be part of vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements and generous personal, parental and cultural leave
• Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading
• Free and subsidised health and wellbeing services, and access to fitness and cultural clubs
• Discounts on a wide range of products and services including Myki cards and Qantas Club
• Career development opportunities and 25% off graduate courses for staff and their immediate families