Research Fellow (Green Energy Finance and Trade)

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

The Griffith Asia Institute is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow focusing on green energy finance and green energy trade with the aim to produce high-impact research and policy-relevant outputs. A as a research fellow you will:

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to research projects and publications through, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Prepare research publications, reports, and presentations.
• Translation of research findings into accessible policy notes and briefs for government, industry and wider public.
• Supervise and support junior researchers and students.
• Actively contribute to the academic life of the Institute work effectively with stakeholders.
• Access and analyse primary source materials and data from Chinese government agencies, research institutions and companies.
• Ensure compliance with university policies, ethical research practices, and workplace health and safety standards.

This is a fixed term (12 months), part time (0.8 FTE) position primarily based at Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

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.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A PhD in in a relevant discipline, such as Economics or Finance, awarded no more than three years prior to the application closing date. (Candidates who have submitted their thesis but have not yet been conferred are encouraged to apply).
• Demonstrated research experience in a relevant field with an emerging track record of public and policy-relevant publications.
• Excellent skills in trade and investment data analysis, with proven experience in using international databases (e.g., IMF, World Bank, UNCTAD, or similar).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to write clear, concise policy notes and academic papers.
• Proficiency in Chinese language (reading and writing).
• In depth knowledge of green energy finance and trade policy, particularly in the Asian context.
• The ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and collaborate as part of a research team.

Additional Information

How to Apply

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Description). 
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Christoph Nedopil at c.nedopilwang@griffith.edu.au.

Closing date: Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.