Build a portfolio of research outputs within a well-established research
team with decades of experience in wetland ecology
Utilise significant long-term datasets, including eight years of
ultrasonic and acoustic data
Contribute to Honours and HDR supervision
The role
Full Time – Fixed Term (up to 5 years)
Level A – $77,714 to $105,053 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
Level B - $110,525 to $131,034 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
Albury-Wodonga (relocation assistance provided)
The Murrumbidgee Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Team (MER) is seeking a
passionate and dedicated researcher to join our collaborative research team.
This role involves conducting innovative research to support the objectives of
the Murrumbidgee MER Program, which focuses on evaluating the role of
environmental water in supporting nationally important ecosystems and
understanding hydrology-ecosystem relationships to inform biodiversity
conservation management.
This role offers extensive opportunities for professional growth, including
leading your own research program, supervising Higher Research Degree
students, and developing externally funded research projects. You'll also have
access to significant long-term datasets to support your research.
You will engage with a wide network of stakeholders, including universities,
government agencies, industry partners, and regional communities. This
engagement ensures that your research has real-world applications and
contributes to evidence-based decision-making and policy development.
This position requires regular travel within the region. Candidates should be
prepared for frequent travel to various locations as part of their job
responsibilities. The preferred job location for this role is Albury-Wodonga
however applications are encouraged from those residing within the immediate
footprint and reasonable proximity to the campus.
The position is expected to commence in early 2025.
About you
Strong knowledge in ecological statistical modeling, ecoacoustics, or
freshwater ecology
Proven ability to conduct high-quality research and produce significant
research outputs
Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging with
diverse stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
disseminate research findings effectively
Benefits
Work life balance (including a hybrid work model)
Generous leave options
Enjoy salary packaging and sacrifice options
Discounted goods and services through our corporate partners
Visit our website to learn more about our great range of employee benefits.
About us
At the Gulbali Institute, we are proud to be gifted our name Gulbali
ngurambang which translates “ to understand country ” from the Wiradjuri
First Nations as the guiding principle of how we do our work to create
impactful integrated agriculture, water and environment research, grounded in
Charles Sturt's footprint across the Murray-Darling Basin, but with impact
across Australia and globally.
The Institute brings together multidisciplinary teams to undertake research
and innovation, focusing on:
Agriculture - Optimising farm systems for performance and sustainability
Water - Enhancing the health and resilience of freshwater ecosystems
Environment - Promoting biodiversity across landscapes
The Gulbali Institute will emphasis return on investment to increase
productivity for farmer, improve natural environments and reduce risk in
agricultural and environmental management.
Charles Sturt's work in Agriculture, Water and the Environment (AWE) has
made a strong contribution to our UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)
ranking where we are placed 67th overall out of 1406 participating
institutions.
Our research in AWE has been targeted for strategic investment, with the
University committed to driving research which has impact across Australia and
globally. The key pillar of this strategic investment is in the establishment
of the Gulbali Institute with particular areas of research excellence in
biosecurity, food and wine science, water and fisheries management and
environmental stewardship. The Institute focuses on applied research that
addresses major global challenges and government, industry, and community
strategic imperatives.
Based at the heart of the food bowl of Australia, the Institute works in close
collaboration with two commercial farms, one of the largest digital farms in
the Southern Hemisphere, a commercial winery and vineyard of the future and a
huge range of world class technical and industry standard facilities –
clinics, glasshouses, labs and studios – spanning more than 2500 hectares.
We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the
character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we
collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help
their communities grow and flourish.
The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of
respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase
represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from
traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission
of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better
place.
Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community,
welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world.
To apply
Click the button and complete your application online, submit a
“statement of suitability” demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or
experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in
the position description) and upload your CV. If you experience difficulties
applying online or for further information on completing the application
process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.
This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or
applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.
Further information
Additional information is available in the position descriptions below
Position Description - Level A in Freshwater Ecology
Position Description - Level B in Freshwater Ecology
or by contacting:
Professor Skye Wassens Professor in Ecology and Murrumbidgee MER Program
Lead
[email protected] Ph: (02) 6051 9153
Closing Date: 11pm, 20 November 2024