01st July, 2024
COMMENCING: Term 3 2024 (earlier if available) RESPONSIBILITIES: Secondary Science Teacher- Biology-Experience in Year 11 ATAR Biology is highly desirable ROLE TYPE:  Full Time / Ongoing Appointment TO APPLY:  We are working with a leading Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, Independent co-educational College teaching in the Christian tradition, in Perth Western Australia. The school is forward thinking and progressive with an outstanding Leadership Team.We are looking forward to sharing more information about this role with you.   Advantages of Registering with Vivid Teachers: 

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01st July, 2024
COMMENCING: ASAP 2024 RESPONSIBILITIES: Years 7-12 Science-Ability to teach ATAR Psychology an advantage (not essential) ROLE TYPE:  Full Time / Ongoing Appointment TO APPLY:  We are working in partnership with a Leading co-educational Independant Catholic College with over 900 students from years 7-12 situated only a short drive from the Perth CBD. The College has amazing Academic, Sporting, Technical and Arts facilities extending across its 7-hectare (17 acre) campus. College facilities include a Language Centre, Design Studio for Photography and Technical Graphics, Trade Training Centre, Music Centre, Theatre and Performing Arts Centre, Science Laboratories, Swimming Centre and number of other sporting facilities. The College prides itself on creating a learning environment where all students and teachers thrive. We are looking forward to sharing more information about this role with you.   Advantages of Registering with Vivid Teachers: 

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Senior Research & Evaluation Analyst Officer | 6 months | $700 p/d super


$700 p/d super
6 months
Parramatta / WFH
About the Role
 
This position is responsible for identifying emerging issues, coordinate and undertake analysis, research and evaluation initiatives that inform and improve the NSW Government policy development, service reform and client outcomes and help deliver the objectives of the NSW Government.

Key accountabilities include:


Provide adequate and timely advice on research and evaluation project designs, methods, and reports.
Lead the review and co-design of program logics and evaluation frameworks to support evaluation planning.
Build and foster positive working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to undertake evaluation planning, and develop evaluation plans, procure and project manage commissioned evaluations.
Lead the review and co-design of data capture tools, e.g.,
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Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position for 3 years
Remuneration Package: Academic Level C $164,764 to $189,004 p.a.,
Located within the Liverpool Hospital Precinct

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australias fastest growing and economically significant Western Sydney region. Boasting 10 campuses - many in CBD locations and more than 170,000 alumni, 44,000 students and 3000 staff, the University has 10 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and courses carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top two per cent of Universities worldwide and as a research leader, 80 per cent of the Universitys assessed research is rated at World Standard or above.
The School of Medicine has a deep commitment to the health needs of Greater Western Sydney in education, research and service.  We aim to educate students
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People of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fixed Term (end 12/2024), Full Time
Classification HEW0404 | $67,000 ? $74,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
Salary Packaging opportunities
Ref: JR102398


Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.


About Us

The Ngangk Yira Institute for Change (Ngangk Yira) is one of the four key Murdoch University institutes that bring together leading researchers from centres and across the University to deliver world class multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary translational research that benefits the Aboriginal community government and industry. Ngangk Yira brings together the ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Research Assistant (Jinda Maawit)

Full-time, fixed term position for 3 years
Remuneration: $106,765 to $128,989 p.a.
Parramatta South Campus

Full-time, fixed term position for 3 years Parramatta South Campus About Western Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located at the heart of Australias fastest-growing and economically significant region, Western Sydney. Boasting 12 campuses in Sydney and campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Surabaya, Indonesia and more than 200,000 alumni, 50,000 students and 3,500 staff, the University has 13 Schools with an array of well-designed programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.  About the role The school of science are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our research team at the School of Science, Western Sydney University, Australia. The successful candidate will work on an exciting industry-funded project titled 'Exploring and Investigating lipid-loaded Mesoporous Materials'. The project
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Full time, 24 months fixed term opportunity. Located at the Faculty of Science on the Camden Campus, Camden
Opportunity to contribute to our research in aquatic animal health
Base Salary, Level A/B $109,301 - $122,830 p.a. + 17% superannuation



About the opportunity

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) at The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Aquatic Animal Health to join the team and to research the impact of our changing climate on risks associated on infectious diseases affecting the Australian seafood industry.

Working closely under the supervision of Prof. Joy Becker and her colleagues, the successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts specialising in aquaculture and fisheries industries including members of peak industry bodies, aquatic veterinarians, and academic researchers.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

conduct scoping reviews describing the pathobiology of key diseases of interest to Australian
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Professional
Perth, Western Australia
Full Time



$99,040 - $106,339 (G07) per annum plus 17% superannuation
2 years fixed term, full-time role with possible extension
Support industry demand driven research

Job Reference: 1181299
  
Curtin Institute for Data Science
  
The Curtin Institute for Data Science (CIDS) is an interdisciplinary knowledge accelerator established in 2016 to meet increasing demand for computational modelling.  Our aim is to apply data science and high-performance computing to provide innovative solutions to the real-world problems of government, industry, and academia.

The Institute supports a growing network of SMEs, external organisations, government departments, researchers, co-operative research centres, and not-for-profits across various sectors such as, but not limited to, health sciences, manufacturing, transport, art and culture, astronomy, agriculture, and aquaculture. At present the Institute would typically contribute to 30-40 research

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Professional
Perth, Western Australia
Full Time



$99,040 - $106,339 (G07) per annum plus 17% superannuation
2 years fixed term, full-time role with possible extension
Support industry demand driven research

Job Reference: 1215531
  
Curtin Institute for Data Science (formerly the Curtin Institute for Computation)
  
The Curtin Institute for Data Science (CIDS) is an interdisciplinary knowledge accelerator established in 2016 to meet increasing demand for computational modelling.  Our aim is to apply data science and high-performance computing to provide innovative solutions to the real-world problems of government, industry, and academia.

The Institute supports a growing network of SMEs, external organisations, government departments, researchers, co-operative research centres, and not-for-profits across various sectors such as, but not limited to, health sciences, manufacturing, transport, art and culture, astronomy, agriculture, and aquaculture. At present the Institute

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Shape Your World
At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.


About the Role
In support of continuous improvement in Mining and Alcoa?s environmental performance, we have a unique opportunity for a suitably qualified Environmental Research Scientist to join the team that are driving improvements in rehabilitation processes and practices.

Reporting to the Environmental Research Superintendent, you will be working with a close-knit team of scientists based at Alcoa?s Huntly Central location and contributing to improving plant and soil aspects of rehabilitation performance. The key aspects of the role will include:

Designing, implementing, monitoring, analysing and writing up field trials to improve plant recruitment and survival in rehabilitation, e.g. fencing, irrigation, ripping, and topsoil management.
Investigating plant health to understand and overcome limitations to plant survival.
Undertaking
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Professional
Perth, Western Australia
Full Time



$89,919 - $95,391 (G06) per annum plus up to 17% superannuation
2 years fixed term full-time position
Based at our vibrant Bentley campus

Job Reference: 1207091
    
Faculty of Science and Engineering
  
Curtin?s Faculty of Science and Engineering is a place where students and staff alike can apply their studies and research to real-world industry challenges. We are involved in a variety of high-impact research initiatives, across several schools in the Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  
Your new role
  
As the Student Experience Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in driving student engagement and facilitating connections between our students and national resilience and security government, academic and industry stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of

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Acknowledgement of Country


CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation




Child safety


CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our  Child Safe Policy .




The opportunity



Join an enthusiastic team of STEM researchers
Bring your experience in physics or potential fields geophysics
Three year, full time position based in Perth, WA

 
CSIRO Mineral Resources (CMR) is one of the largest minerals research and development groups globally, with



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21st March, 2024
Passionate about helping brighten the lives of seriously ill children and young people? What is the role of a Livewire Research & Evaluation Volunteer?  Youll play a vital role in supporting our Research & Evaluation teams evaluation strategies for our Livewire in-hospital program through sharing your time, research skills, passion and your commitment to rostered shifts in Starlights Livewire program.    The Livewire Research volunteer will help collect feedback from young people who have been engaged with Livewire in-hospital program, undertaking interviews with Livewire Facilitators, and preparing a report with the support of our Starlight Research & Evaluation Team.  Volunteer will shadow the LW Facilitators on their ward rounds to collect survey feedback from young people. The Volunteer will be responsible for chatting to the young person about the survey, getting parental permission where needed, providing them with the iPad to fill it out questionnaires,
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About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
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Scientist - Research Support Services ??Job reference: #9447 Brand: Western Diagnostic Pathology Location: 1 Sabre Crescent, Jandakot WA 6164 (WDP Pathology) Work type: Full Time (Permanent)  hours per week Schedule: Expected to work weekdays with the ability to cover Saturday shifts, as required About us Western Diagnostic Pathology is part of Healius Limited, one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, Healius is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. It has an expansive network of pathology laboratories, collection centres and diagnostic imaging centres. Through this footprint and its 10,500 people, Healius provides specialty diagnostic services to consumers and their referring practitioners. Healius provides quality healthcare services that are easily accessible and cost efficient, while supporting the coordination and continuity of quality patient care. About the role  We are seeking an experienced Scientist - Research Support Services who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate, vibrant and engaged team who will be responsible for:  •    Performing biobanking and research testing…

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06th March, 2024 Commencing: Term 2 2024 Responsibilities: Secondary Social Science TeacherRole Type: Full Time / Ongoing Appointment(fixed term also available)To Apply: [email protected] We are working with a leading State Secondary Girls School teaching over 2,100 students located in the suburbs of Auckland. The school has a reputation for high -quality teaching with academic results consistently tracking above national and comparative schools. As a leading sports school over 40 sports are offered to students to participate in. The school has International standard sports facilities with an emerging talent programme that has led to many of our students achieving national and international recognition. In addition to sports there are another 35 clubs and activities including the arts which has seen the schools Music Department dominate national competitions and have outstanding success in international competitions. An outstanding leadership team supports all our teaching staff to ensure a collaborative, high achieving learning environment.     Advantages of Registering with Vivid Teachers:…

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Fixed Term (3 years), Full TimeClassification ACLEB | $101,000– $120,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions Salary Packaging opportunities Ref: JR102080Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.About UsMurdoch University is one of Australia’s seven Innovative Research Universities, with a strong reputation for translational science with a focus on achieving ‘step-change’ solutions to real world problems. Working within The Centre for Sustainable Farming Systems (CSFS); we unite scientific and industry expertise in microbiology, soil biology, molecular biology, synthetic biology, biochemical engineering, advanced manufacturing, product life-cycle assessment and circular waste economy.Murdoch University is collaborating with Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation and industry…

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Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation Child Safety CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy. The Opportunity Are you an enthusiastic individual looking to collaborate in innovative research? Join the CSIRO Mineral Processing Program and be a part of a large R&D project on the production of high-purity alumina Contribute to unlocking critical minerals supply for Australia and the world CSIRO Mineral Resources (CMR) is one of the largest minerals R&D groups in the world, with ~350 employees, and has a proud track record of supporting industrial innovation across the minerals value chain. CMR’s Processing Program…

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We are open only to candidates from Sydney or Melbourne who have unrestricted working rights.

IQVIA is a world leading provider of information, services and technologies dedicated to advancing healthcare by driving improved decision-making. Within a rapidly evolving environment, IQVIA’s unique portfolio of data assets, research and analytical capabilities, and technology solutions enables us to make intelligent connections for our clients. We support a broad range of stakeholders across the life sciences industry, treatment providers and payers, providing insights which drive innovation and improve patient outcomes.

We are seeking a Fieldwork Manager to join the Integrated Research team at IQVIA ANZ, a premier healthcare market research provider in Australia. This team excels in offering a wide range of research solutions to an extensive client base in the MedTech, consumer health, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our core strength is our profound engagement with healthcare professionals, particularly Oncologists, which is the cornerstone of our in-depth market research.

As the lead of our customised fieldwork operations, you will drive the strategic planning and execution of field activities, ensuring the generation of high-quality data and insights that propel our research forward. You will oversee field activities from start to finish. Demonstrated experience in building relationships with diverse stakeholders, including doctors, patients, and research teams, is essential for the successful fulfillment of this role.

Qualifications:

• Experience cultivating and sustaining relationships with doctors

• Solid understanding of the life sciences and/or health service industry

• Working collaboratively within a matrix organisation to achieve team objectives

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

Fixed Term, Full Time 3 yearsClassification | ACLEA $71,678 – $96,663 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions Salary Packaging opportunities Ref: JR102131Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.About UsResearch in the School of Environmental and Conservation Sciences (ECS) focuses on solving real-world environmental problems  and  informing  best-practice  biodiversity  conservation.  Reflecting  this focus, research  is  multi-disciplinary  and  collaborative,  involving  staff  and  external  partners  with  a  diversity  of expertise.  Collectively the  School  represents  the  bulk  of  environmental,  ecological  and  conservation science-based research capacity at Murdoch UniversityThe RoleThe Postdoctoral Research Fellow is instrumental in advancing scholarly research and professional expertise. The role aligns with…

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Professional Perth, Western Australia Full Time Full-time, fixed-term (until Nov/2025) opportunity $77,746 - $85,046 per annum, plus up to 17% superannuation Be part of an inclusive and diverse team of researchers and PhD students Curtin University is a vibrant academic community that provides global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin’s enAble Institute is an integral part of our Faculty of Health Sciences. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a motivated and highly driven researcher to be involved with innovative research in the areas of Implementation Science, Digital Innovation and Rural and Remote Healthcare. You will contribute to cutting-edge research in a dynamic and collaborative environment at our Bentley Campus.    Job reference: 931130    Your new role    With the ongoing success of the implementation science fellowship, we are seeking an experienced Research Assistant with an enthusiastic passion for Implementation Science (IS) and Digital Innovation to join the Curtin enAble Institute…

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Chandler Macleod is an equal opportunity employer as part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disability, and culturally and linguistic diverse candidates are always encouraged to apply. ****Applications close by 3pm Tuesday 24th of October 2023.**** ***Mandatory: Australian Citizenship required to work within Federal Government*** Our Federal Government client is seeking to engage in a EL1 Assistant Director – Research for Specialist Reforms Program position for a 12-month assignment with potential extension in Sydney CBD. About the Team As part of Policy, Advice and Research Division, the Research and Evaluation Branch is responsible for ensuring that NDIA policies, practices and priorities are informed by trustworthy and robust evidence. The branch aims to improve evidence-based decision making within the NDIA and finds solutions to high priority issues, shaping disability research to maximise its impact for the NDIS. The branch is accountable for collating and conducting research, evidence, best practice and lived experiences for decision-making. This includes evaluating key NDIA programs and initiatives, ensuring staff are able to find, generate and utilise evidence for decision-making and translating our knowledge of research to our customers and stakeholders. About the Role The EL1 Assistant Director, Research for Specialist Reform Programs (Labour Hire) is accountable under broad direction to undertake very complex work that delivers quality outcomes within the Research and Evaluation functions of the NDIA. The position will exercise a considerable degree of independence to engage in very complex problem solving and issues management within the Research and Evaluation functions. The position will exercise sound decision-making and judgement to produce high level policy advice and operational support. The EL1 Assistant Director, Research for Specialist Reform Programs (Labour Hire) will coordinate and assume responsibility to undertake detailed or sensitive projects that may include performing varied activities involving many different and unrelated processes or methods that may impact on the strategic or operational outcomes that support the NDIA’s objectives to “build a world-leading National Disability Insurance Scheme”. Key skills required for role:Experience managing large scale research programsQualitative research experience, including with people who have disabilityStakeholder engagement experienceExperience in the development or administration of clinical assessmentsUnderstanding of the NDIS Desirable skills to have for the role:Understanding of the WHO International Classification of FunctioningExperience in workforce development Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:Planning and leading research projects to develop standardised assessments (including needs assessments), linked to the International Classification of Functioning (ICF), to support NDIS access and planning pathways.Conducting research related to workforce capability and governance to undertake standardised assessments.Providing evidence-informed advice to develop and review policy and guidance related to the use of assessment tools.Working collaboratively with key stakeholders and advisory panels to review research tools and…

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Acknowledgement of Country CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation Child Safety CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy. The Opportunity ??????Exciting role to hone your biotechnology knowledge and lab & analytical skills Play a key role in contributing to innovative green resource recovery projects Build your career with CSIRO – Australia’s National Science Agency! Do you have a background in microbiology or biotechnology, and an interest in contributing to innovative scientific projects that are looking to recover value from waste? We have an exciting new role for an early-career research technician to join our dynamic CSIRO team in Perth! Joining a multi-disciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work on a key industry-funded initiative, as well as number of other green resource recovery projects that focus on biotechnical mine water treatment, biotechnical recovery of metals and sulfur from wastewater, and algal-based bioprocesses for mine site applications. Within these research projects, you will have a vital lab-based role, assisting the team with maintaining microbial cultures; setting up, maintaining & taking samples from various experiments; conducting physical-chemical, microbiological and molecular biological analysis; and data analysis and interpretation. Therefore, your well-developed laboratory & experimental skills, and your knowledge & familiarity with bioprocesses, culturing of microorganisms and analytical techniques would be crucial for this position. If you are an early-career research technician, interested in building your career with an esteemed R&D organisation, and have a positive attitude towards working in a multi-disciplinary team, we would love to hear from you! Here at CSIRO, we provide a diverse and inclusive culture, support flexible work arrangements, and offer you excellent professional development opportunities to grow your skills & career! Your duties will include: Preparing activity risk assessments and safe work instructions for projects and experiments that may involve hazards. Assisting in designing and performing straightforward experiments and routine laboratory analyses, designing new processes or apparatus by adapting existing techniques & components, or undertaking modifications to methods requiring some innovation. Preparing chemicals, microbial culture media and (bio)reactor influents. Setting up, maintaining and sampling (bio)reactors, columns and other experimental systems, as well as analysing samples and interpreting data. Conducting literature reviews, investigations and inspections in the field or laboratory including associated analysis possibly involving statistical or graphics software. General duties such as organising repairs and maintenance for equipment, purchasing laboratory consumables, chemicals and specific parts for experimental set ups, helping with maintenance of chemical registry, and…

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-We seek to appoint up to 6 high-calibre individuals to use Plant Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Synthetic Biology approaches to create innovative and translatable solutions to important biological challenges that are relevant to growing and utilizing plants in space and in vertical farming on earth
-Full time and fixed term appointment for 3 years
-Salary range: Level A $76,686 - $103,202 p.a. plus 17% employer contributed superannuation

About the environment

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is in the top 100 of the world’s prestigious research universities, located in a beautiful and diverse biological and geographical region. With an incredibly rich local heritage, the University taps into global networks of knowledge, education and research.

Our research is interdisciplinary and aligned to 6 strategic themes (global challenges) where our expertise is ideally placed to have a transformative impact: Preventing, Diagnosing and Treating Disease; Energy and Mineral Resources for a Sustainable Future; Furthering Human Knowledge and Serving Humanity; Managing and Restoring the Natural Environment; Feeding the World; and Enhancing Physical Mental and Social Wellbeing and Performance.

UWA houses a series of Research Institutes and Centres that support this interdisciplinarity including the International Space Centre that brings together Space-aligned research teams to develop space research capacity; create new education opportunities, enable engagement with industry and government; and inspire the general public through space.

About the team

The ARC Centre of Excellence in Plants for Space (P4S) is a >$90 million initiative led from the University of Adelaide with more than 35 partners across Australia and around the world. P4S aims to create on-demand, zero-waste, high-efficiency plants and plant products to address grand challenges in sustainability for Space and on Earth. The multi-disciplinary team in plant, food, and sensory science; process and systems engineering; law and policy; and psychology will deliver transformative solutions for Space habitation – and create enhanced plant-derived food and bioresources to capitalise upon emergent and rapidly expanding domestic and global markets. Anticipated outcomes include industry uptake of innovative plant forms, foods, technologies, and commodities; and an ambitious education and international co-ordination agenda to position Australia as a global leader in plant-based research supporting Space habitation.

The School of Molecular Sciences is home to UWA’s Centre for Plant Energy Biology and the research laboratories of Professor Harvey Millar, Professor Ryan Lister and Professor Ian Small, who collaborate as the P4S node at the University of Western Australia. The school provides an excellent environment for generating translatable, practical solutions to key global problems in agriculture, environmental science, biology, medicine and health, and engineering. Spanning the fields of chemistry, chemical biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, molecular genetics, nanotechnology and systems biology, our internationally-recognised experts publish in the best journals, hold patents, spin out companies and collaborate with industry, hospitals and community stakeholders.

About the opportunity

These foundation postdoctoral appointments in Plant Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Synthetic Biology will allow you to start your career in an internationally recognised program of research. You will be mentored in the laboratory of Professor Harvey Millar, Professor Ryan Lister or Professor Ian Small and engage in engage in collaborative research projects across P4S University collaborators and with Industry partners. You will take part in supervising students in high quality postgraduate teaching programmes and in educational outreach activities, and be involved in translation of fundamental biomolecular science to provide innovative solutions to the future of plant use on earth and beyond.

Specific projects you could focus on include:

-Increasing plant protein content with better amino acid balance for human nutrition for space agriculture as caloric replacement and for Earth in higher protein plant food development.
-Building of Synbio parts and tools for using plant chloroplasts as protein production factories (for producing high value therapeutics such as edible vaccines and antibodies, and useful biomolecules such as enzymes).
-Modifying target plants for better hypoxia/low oxygen tolerance to overcome the effect of water clinging to plants in microgravity and better adaptation to hydroponics for virtual farming.
-Synthesizing materials and medicines in plants at scale and/or on demand, such as antibodies, analgesics, neutraceuticals, or plastics precursors.
-Engineering plants for sophisticated spatiotemporal and conditional control of biosynthetic pathway activity, for example tissue or cell type specific production upon chemical/temperature/light induction.
-High resolution and high throughput ‘omics’ analyses of plants to guide biosynthetic pathway engineering and characterize effect upon cellular processes.

To be considered for one of these positions, you must completed or be near completion (3 months or under for submission) a PhD in plant biochemistry, molecular biology, or genetics. You will also have a track record of research output and capabilities in plant biology and molecular sciences. You will possess the ability to work both independently and co-operatively with collaborators and as part of a team.

Full details of the responsibilities of these positions and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. In preparing your application, you are asked to demonstrate clearly that you meet the selection criteria and indicate your particular focus and relevant skills in a two-page cover letter and a current curriculum vitae in support of your application.

There will also be additional roles with P4S available in the upcoming months, including PhD studentships in Western Australia and post-doctoral researcher, research assistant and PhD studentships in Victoria and South Australia in multiple other disciplines. Please email [email protected] for more details.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: Monday, 8 January 2024

This position is open to international applicants.

Please see the position description prior to applying:  PD - Research Associate Plants for Space 516015.pdf

Application Details: Please apply online via the UWA Jobs website at https://www.jobs.uwa.edu.au/

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.