Research Associate or Research Fellow (Global Change Ecology)

School of Biological Sciences

• Undertake ecological research focused on high impact, applied outcomes
• Collaborate with scientists at UWA, CSIRO and a range of land managers
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for two years
• Base salary range: Level A, $80,520 – $108,362; Level B, $113,934 - $134,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

About the area

This role is part of a joint initiative between The University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO). UWA is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and is a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. CSIRO is Australia’s national science agency, a powerhouse of ideas, technologies and skills for building prosperity, growth, health and sustainability. The role will sit with the Ecosystem Change Ecology team in Perth, Western Australia, aligned to the School of Biological Sciences at UWA and CSIRO Health & Biosecurity. This multidisciplinary team generates knowledge on the mechanistic links and synergistic interactions between landscape change, species invasions and native species resilience in terrestrial ecosystems.

About the opportunity

You will undertake research on developing a biological control solution for stinking passionflower (Passiflora foetida), collaborating actively with other researchers on this large project. You will travel for fieldwork across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions of Western Australia and contribute to the operations of laboratory and glasshouse facilities as part of this position. An important component of the role will be to compile and analyse large volumes of data, including plot-level vegetation samples, environmental measurements from dataloggers, time series image analysis, and remotely-sensed observations.

About you

• PhD in ecology or a related discipline
• Highly developed quantitative skills with experience in ecological analyses
• Demonstrated Track record in theoretical, conceptual and practical knowledge in applied ecology relevant to invasive species management

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Research Associate or Research Fellow (Ecology)] - Level [A] or Level [B].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Michael Renton at [email protected] or Bruce Webber at [email protected]

How to apply

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Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 16 October 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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