The Centre for Planetary Health and Food Security emphasises that food security and human well-being depend on the health of our ecosystems. Our researchers seek ways to improve the health of both natural and managed ecosystems with research that cuts across disciplines and creates an impact globally.

The Research Fellow will be responsible for contributing to a GRDC-funded project focusing on the genetic and sustainable management of Ascochyta blight in Chickpea (Phase 2). Responsibilities include obtaining infected plant samples, curating an isolate collection and database, conducting pathology bioassays, extracting RNA and DNA for sequencing, and applying bioinformatic pipelines for genomic data analysis. The role involves molecular and plant pathology experimental approaches, and the generation and analysis of next-generation sequencing data, to support research in identifying genetic and epigenetic drivers of pathogenicity in Ascochyta rabiei and developing molecular markers for diagnostic assays.

The Research Fellow will be responsible for

• Sourcing infected plant samples and Ascochyta rabiei isolates through collaboration with state pathologists, researchers, and industry, which will require occasional travel.
• Isolating Ascochyta rabiei from infected material, maintaining cultures for experiments, archiving isolates for long-term storage and curating an isolate database.
• Conducting molecular, pathology, and genomic experiments contributing to the research objectives of the Research Group.
• Analysing, summarising, and visualising experimental and genomic datasets.
• Contributing to milestone reports, scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals, and related funding applications.
• Attending and presenting scientific outputs at broader research program meetings, industry updates, and scientific conferences.

This is a fixed term (2.5 years), part-time (80%) position and will be primarily based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. 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.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Fellow Grade 1 range $86,526 - $101,354 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $101,236 - $118,585 per annum. (The salary will be pro-rata for part time hours).

The successful candidate will be expected to be able to demonstrate the following:

• Renewable Energy Industry; Understanding and interest in the Australian energy sector.
• Deal Process; Understanding of M&A deal processes, demonstrating ability to be involved across multiple work streams with internal and external stakeholders or advisors.
• Team Work; Strong verbal communicator and demonstrated ability to be a key member of a team.
• Financial Modelling; Financial modelling experience, able to assess risks and bankability of projects and update/build financial models.
• Investment Committee/ Board Reporting; Strong communication skills and proven ability to effectively present ideas within the team and support writing investment committee papers for senior management.

The 9Predict data science team develops, builds and delivers data science products to provide audience forecasting and solutions to business problems. Key responsibilities include gathering and analyzing data, developing and implementing data science models, and communicating findings to stakeholders. We push the envelope in what is possible and work on new and novel implementations of data science techniques.

Major area of focus for the team is forecasting audiences across all of Nine’s assets (Metro TV, Regional TV, 9NOW and other channels) to more effectively monetise & yield manage commercial ad inventory.

Role Responsibilities:

• Analyse large and complex data sets to uncover insights and trends.
• Develop predictive models and algorithms.
• Collaborate with other data scientists and analysts to design and implement innovative solutions that support business objectives.
• Implement and maintain data pipelines and workflows.
• Conduct data cleaning, transformation, and validation.
• Create and present clear and concise reports, visualisations, and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Use data visualisation tools to effectively convey complex data insights to non-technical audiences.

Employee Responsibilities:

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in data science and media analytics.
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Share knowledge and insights with team members.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations and ethical guidelines in all data-related activities. 

• Provide confident leadership and play an instrumental role in the growth of the  ACT business unit in line with the business vision.
• Lead the delivery of a bundle of projects.
• Previous experience working on construction projects for Government agencies such as Dept of Education, Defence and Health will be highly desirable
• Ensure all deliverables are peer reviewed and produced in a timely manner.
• Manage Client expectations through excellent communication.
• Always maintain the highest standards of Governance and Quality Assurance..
• Apply commercial acumen to projects and support the client through the decision-making process to deliver a project that not only provides value for money but also delivers a sound commercial outcome.
• Play an instrumental role in developing winning bids, networking, expanding brand awareness, and generating new opportunities for the business unit
• Manage a teams  (Senior Cost Managers and Cost managers)
• Manage projects profitability, invoicing, and commercial performance fee variations
• Externalise within the local property market to raise company profile and secure new opportunities to meet the target budget.
• Play an active role in bid writing
• Play an active role in all activities related to business administration, both internally and externally
• Take ownership of workload and utilisation planning
• Attract local talent and grow the local team.
• Integrate with leadership and delivery team in ACT and the Cost Management Business

Purpose of the role

In this role, you will be responsible for delivery of Smiling Mind's research and evaluation agenda, driving innovation, and delivering high quality impact measurement. You will be responsible for undertaking research and delivering insights that create a step change in how Smiling Mind develops and delivers mental fitness and wellbeing programs. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to develop best practice, drive analysis & insight generation, lead reporting and deliver deep, actionable research that shapes the organisation's strategic impact agenda.

You will foster meaningful collaborations both internally and with industry and academic partners, positioning Smiling Mind as a thought leader in mental fitness and wellbeing, with a focus on children and the adults that support them - namely educators and parents / carers. Additionally, you will develop, deliver, and work across a variety of research programs including quantitative and qualitative evaluation, voice of customer initiatives, ad-hoc program research, population studies, and impact modelling, all aimed at driving innovation and thought leadership in the mental wellbeing space.

Key Responsibilities

This role has decision making autonomy empowering you to lead and innovate across research, evaluation, and impact measurement, with a focus on proactive leadership and strategic thinking.

Strategic Impact and Innovation

• In collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, develop and execute on our research and impact strategy.
• Proactively drive the delivery of our impact agenda, creating new program and partnership opportunities for Smiling Mind.
• Lead high profile research initiatives and projects, delivering high-quality outcomes that position Smiling Mind at the forefront of mental wellbeing innovation.
• Leverage your expertise and insights to influence and inform decisions across the organisation, translating research insights into actionable strategies.
• Pioneer innovations in research and evaluation, setting the stage for multi-year advancements in the field of mental fitness and wellbeing.
• Mentor and inspire a team of junior research staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Thought Leadership and Knowledge Exchange

• Develop a cutting-edge impact measurement framework that defines key mental fitness measures across Smiling Mind's diverse portfolio.
• Develop program logic models, theories of change, and evaluation frameworks that extend current practice in mental wellbeing research.
• Design and implement mixed-methods research, showcasing Smiling Mind's commitment to rigorous and impactful evaluation.
• Produce compelling, action-oriented reports that demonstrate Smiling Mind's impact, position Smiling Mind’s advocacy direction effectively, and influence key stakeholders.

Strategic Collaboration and External Engagement

• Foster strategic relationships with internal stakeholders, championing a culture of research-driven decision-making across the organisation.
• Lead high-profile cross-collaboration projects with a range of external research partners
• Establish and nurture high-impact partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders, positioning Smiling Mind as a key player in the mental wellbeing research landscape.

Driving Research and Program Development

• Deliver groundbreaking and high quality research and evaluation to inform the development of innovative products and programs, employing cutting-edge methodologies from evidence synthesis to co-design practices.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging research and evidence, actively seeking out and sharing new insights to inform Smiling Mind's program development and advocacy strategy.
• Bridge the gap between psychological theory and practical application, developing unique solutions that set Smiling Mind apart in the field.
• Influence and inform decisions regarding program and product evolution across the organisation, using evaluation insights and research acumen.

Elevating Impact through Strategic Communication

• Champion a culture of evidence-informed thinking across the organisation, inspiring colleagues to incorporate research into their work and decision-making processes.
• Produce and present high-impact research reports that captivate diverse audiences and showcase Smiling Mind's innovative approach to mental wellbeing.
• Translate complex research findings into compelling narratives that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences, elevating Smiling Mind's profile in the field.

Key Teams / Stakeholders

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with diverse stakeholders across Smiling Mind, as well as forge strategic partnerships with external research institutions and industry leaders. You'll be at the forefront of driving our research agenda and shaping the future of mental wellbeing interventions.

Join our passionate, high-growth team where your creativity, drive, and innovative thinking will directly contribute to changing lives. At Smiling Mind, we embrace challenges, celebrate successes, and work collaboratively to achieve extraordinary impact in mental wellbeing.

Lead all commercial aspects for an assigned group of clients in order to grow existing clientele base as well as identify new business so as to achieve planned financial objectives and other operational performance indicators.

Responsibilities

Business Development

• Achieve revenue, profitability, quality, speed of delivery, productivity and client satisfaction targets as well as other related business development objectives as assigned
• Maintain and further foster relationships with current clients
• Develop plans to cross-sell and introduce new services to current clients
• Conduct thorough business development processes to identify incremental revenue opportunities from new clients, beyond the base
• Increase company exposure through participating in associations, webinars and/or seminars
• Contribute to the short-term strategies and business plans for the growth of Business Unit based on global and regional / sub-regional directions
• Provide continuous feedback on competitive activities within assigned clients

Financial Management

• Achieve revenue, profitability, quality, speed of delivery and productivity targets as well as other related business development objectives as assigned
• Ensure local business strategies are implemented according to regional / sub-regional directions in order to meet the financial and business objectives of the division
• Monitor the actual financial performance against budget/forecast and ensure the implementation of appropriate actions that will lead to the achievement of the financial targets
• Ensure proper pricing and contracts are completed and approved according to company's policies and guidelines

Client Servicing

• Implement Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that will contribute to maximum client satisfaction and ensure continuous profitable and business growth
• Lead all commercial aspects with the primary responsibility of expanding our scope of influence with clients across a wider range of products and with greater depth of involvement
• Foster relationships at all levels and functions of the client organization to identify opportunities for incremental product/solution sales
• Ensure adherence to the company policies on business conduct/ethics when servicing clients are being observed by the entire division

Product Enhancement:

• Identify the client needs: situation/competitor assessment, need assessment, potential solutions
• Participating in creation of the PE plan & timeline: communicating the voice of client
• Develop the pricing proposal & commercial approach with the RI Leader
• Support the proper communication of the new product and its benefits with clients

Organizational Management and Development

• Participate in local and cluster initiatives as part of continuing leadership development
• Work across functional business units to support organizational initiatives and business needs
• Promote inter-departmental and inter-divisional communications and teamwork