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Representing a range of disciplines, ISF’s researchers work together to deliver applied research solutions that help organisations and communities to shift direction towards a sustainable future. Our professional staff are experienced, skilled and committed to facilitating ISF’s mission of creating change.

Current employment opportunities

Senior Research Consultant (Economist)

ISF is seeking a talented and dynamic researcher with qualifications and experience as an economist that can undertake quantitative and qualitative economic analysis within applied research projects for community, industry and government clients.
 
You will work on engaging and impactful research projects primarily in our Energy Futures research program focusing primarily on employment modelling and programs association with the transition of Australia’s energy system, decarbonisation of regional, national and global energy systems, innovation in consumer energy technologies (such as EVs, battery storage etc).
 

For quantitative researchers, proficiency in Excel is essential. Experience using other quantitative programs is desirable. For qualitative researchers, experience with literature reviews, essay and report writing, and qualitative research skills will be well regarded.

You will contribute as a team member to research project tasks, stakeholder engagement and outreach, and assisting with the preparation of proposals for external funding opportunities and written reports and publications.
 
It is expected the candidate would hold a degree in economics or related discipline and demonstrated experience in applying quantitative and/or qualitative economics methods. Experience or interest in labour market economics would be an advantage.
 

Closing date: Wednesday 1 July 2026

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Research Assistant

We are looking for early career researchers with qualitative and/or quantitative skills who are capable of contributing to high-impact research in a consultancy-style environment. You will be motivated and fascinated about sustainability, be curious and love learning.

For quantitative researchers, proficiency in Excel is essential. Experience using other quantitative programs is desirable. For qualitative researchers, experience with literature reviews, essay and report writing, and qualitative research skills will be well regarded.

We would like to hear from graduates who have a strong interest in sustainability and have a flexible approach to working on different issues and with a range of team members. You will contribute as a team member to research project tasks, stakeholder engagement and outreach, and assisting with the preparation of proposals for external funding opportunities and written reports and publications. Working with a team of exceptional senior researchers on multiple concurrent projects, you will gain mentorship and support across a range of disciplines and contribute to applied research that makes a real difference.

This early career research role is suitable for recent graduates at an undergraduate or master level.

Closing date: Friday 5 June 2026

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Graduate research at ISF

If you are interested in joining ISF as a Masters or PhD student, visit our Graduate Research Program page for more information.