Institute for Social Science ResearchBroaden your career within one of QLD’s largest employersBelong to a vibrant community where your work genuinely makes an impactFree parking is available to staff at the Long Pocket siteBased at Long Pocket only 10 minutes from St Lucia CampusAbout UQAs part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting, real-world impact.Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks…

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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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Research Technician (Permanent, Full Time Role) Wagga Wagga, NSW Global Science | National Research | Local Knowledge Are you looking to embrace your machinery skills in a supportive and dynamic agricultural research company? At Kalyx, we partner with clients to test tomorrow’s agriculture today. We are a leading agricultural research business operating across Australia and New Zealand – supporting safe and innovative developments in broadacre and horticulture crop production. If you’re driven to work with like-minded agricultural professionals, challenge yourself and reach your potential then Kalyx is the place for you! About the Role: This role will utilise your practical skills and experience in agriculture while expanding your knowledge in crop variety and plant protection. You will be working alongside our team of research agronomists and be responsible for: Operating agricultural machinery (tractors, plot seeders, ute booms, plot harvesters etc); Crop maintenance tasks paddock trials including plot preparation, seeding, maintenance and harvesting; Assisting with trial…

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“Imagination is more important than knowledge.”

Summary

Our farms reward original thinking, team players, and in these roles we need researchers that know when to say “no”, so he/she can stay laser focused on solving big problems. We need results on-time, within budget constraints, and with the imaginative and creative flair that great scientists possess.

Vitonga Farms is growing very fast, and we have a lot of work to do. If you are someone that is is hungry to get in the field, loves to collaborate, is best mates with SPSS, is preoccupied with new ideas late in the night and not sweat the little stuff then you should apply - you will succeed here.


Who You Are

We’re looking for individuals who are creative, imaginative, diligent, articulate, academic and possesses strong research acumen.
You’ve got experience in the field. You know your way around the laboratory and the farm alike.
You’ve learnt the ins and outs of research and experimentation because you live and breathe the scientific method.
You enjoy engaging your work colleagues by asking them questions, sharing your knowledge, and collaborating.
You also love the outdoors and enjoy working outdoors.
Are willing to go out of your way to lend a hand or listen. After all, the pressure on businesses to succeed in an increasingly unstable global economy is immense without staff looking out for one and other.
You have incredible communications skills, a strong work ethic and ability to not only problem solve independently, but also to identify and mitigate risks we’re not even thinking about as an organisation.


About the Role

It is important to note that we do not expect you to have experience in every area of this role, however we need competency in many areas and at least the capacity to figure out how to tackle the things you don't.

1. Experimental Design: Plan and design field experiments to study the impact of various factors on crop growth and yield. Develop protocols for data collection, ensuring experiments are well-controlled and scientifically sound.
2. Field Experiments and Data Collection: Coordinate and conduct field experiments to evaluate different crop varieties, agronomic practices, and technologies. Collect and analyze data on crop performance, including growth rates, disease resistance, and yield.
3. Soil Analysis: Assess soil health and nutrient status to determine the best practices for crop production. Recommend appropriate fertilizers, soil amendments, and irrigation strategies based on soil analysis.
4. Crop Management: Advise on crop rotation, planting density, and other agronomic practices based on the experimental findings to optimize yield while reducing environmental impact. Also, research and implement sustainable farming practices to promote soil health and minimize the chemical input usage.
5. Crop Improvement: Carryout research to identify and develop horticultural crop varieties suitable for broadacre farming. Evaluate and select crops based on yield, quality, and adaptability to specific environmental conditions.
6. Pest and Disease Management: Examine and develop strategies for managing pests and diseases affecting crops. Identify resistant/tolerant crop varieties and develop integrated pest management (IPM) strategies.
7. Technology Adoption: Stay abreast of new technologies in agriculture and assess their potential benefits for crop production. Provide recommendations for the adoption of precision agriculture, automation, and other cutting-edge technologies.
8. Data Analysis and Interpretation: Use statistical methods to analyze research data and draw meaningful conclusions. Interpret findings and communicate results to farmers, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
9. Collaboration: Collaborate with other agronomists, researchers, and agricultural professionals to share knowledge and insights. Similarly, work with teams to understand the needs and incorporate practical solutions into research problems.
10. Publications and Presentations: Prepare research papers and reports for publication in scientific journals. Present findings at conferences and workshops to disseminate knowledge and engage with the agricultural community.
11. Irrigation and water management: Research and implement efficient irrigation strategies for horticultural crops in broadacre farming. Evaluate technologies and techniques to optimize water use and minimize wastage.
12. Plant protection: Study and develop integrated pest management (IPM) strategies for horticultural crops. Identify and recommend control measures for pests and diseases affecting large-scale cultivation.
13. Technology Adoption: Strategize, explore, and recommend the adoption of modern technologies, such as precision agriculture, automation, and remote sensing, to enhance efficiency.
14. Environmental Sustainability: Research and promote sustainable agricultural practices to minimize environmental impact. Explore methods for reducing chemical inputs and improving overall farm sustainability.
15. Capacity development: Provide training and education to staff and farmworkers on best practices for horticultural crop production. Disseminate information through workshops, field days, and educational materials.
16. Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about regulations and standards related to horticultural crop production. Ensure that research practices and recommendations align with relevant agricultural policies.

Role Requirements

- AQF Bachelor Degree or equivalent, preferably Doctorate.
- Proven competency in agricultural science
- An excellent work ethic, a strong focus on WHS, and a high degree of reliability and dedication to providing support to your teammates on WHS.
- Background in environmental sustainability and/or citrus will be highly advantageous
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Australian Driver’s License (Clean-ish)
- Imagination

Salary range: 85,000 - 105.000 AUD depending on experience and qualifications

About the Farms

Our properties are an 8 min drive (9km) North-West of Moree, NSW. We have 280,000 drip irrigated citrus trees, last year we harvested 5,000 tonnes of barley and this month 11,000 bales of irrigated cotton were picked.

Our citrus is harvested 9 months of the year for juicing and goes to our other business grovejuice.com.au who supplies our own brands as well as the four major supermarkets and export market in South-East Asia.

We take an active position in the industry via industry-based associations, not-for-profit work, local sponsorships and talking to our mates over a few beers at the pub. Vitonga Farms has strong water & market stability, our staff have good job security and as a result we retain great knowledge as a collective unit.



Training

We will help you with professional training to suit your needs.



Work. Rest. Send-it!

Your life outside of the job is important to us. Our properties boast the best private motocross track in the area, great spots for fishing/hunting & large dams for water skiing. You will have full access to these recreational assets to let loose and enjoy yourself.



Socials

@vitongafarms

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www.vitongafarms.com.au



How to Apply

Please send a resume and cover letter with reference number VIT-AGS to [email protected]

Located in a thriving regional community in the Southern Downs region, this esteemed Private College is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Join this well-established secondary co-educational private college located in the Southern Downs Region that holds its staff in high esteem and puts a lot of support into their development and well-being. In return, they offer a welcoming environment, an amazing teaching role, and relocation assistance. This excellent college has an outstanding reputation in academic pursuits; extensive co-curricular offerings; comprehensive music, arts, and dance programs; caring and nurturing staff; brilliant student and staff well-being programs; and outstanding professional opportunities. A small, close-knit college emphasizes the importance of community and is dedicated to providing holistic education to our students. Looking for a teacher who can create an enriching and supportive learning environment. The Role: Teach Mathematics and/or Science to year 7 – 12 General Mathematics, with an opportunity to…

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Located in a thriving regional community in the Southern Downs region, this esteemed Private College is a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Join this well-established secondary co-educational private college located in the Southern Downs Region that holds its staff in high esteem and puts a lot of support into their development and well-being. In return, they offer a welcoming environment, an amazing teaching role, and relocation assistance. This excellent college has an outstanding reputation in academic pursuits; extensive co-curricular offerings; comprehensive music, arts, and dance programs; caring and nurturing staff; brilliant student and staff well-being programs; and outstanding professional opportunities. A small, close-knit college emphasizes the importance of community and is dedicated to providing holistic education to our students. Looking for a teacher who can create an enriching and supportive learning environment. The Role: Teach Mathematics and/or Science to year 7 – 12 General Mathematics, with an opportunity to…

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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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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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At Stile, we have a key mission – to help teach scientific literacy skills. Currently, over 1,000 schools, 1,500,000 students and 52,000 teachers around the world use Stile.  From designing investigations to critically evaluating media statements, we want to equip our future citizens with the scientific literacy to confidently participate in public discourse around the ethics and social impacts of scientific issues. 

We create world-class resources for science teachers (whom we call superheroes because… they are). Our resources (videos, lesson plans, questions, simulations, activities, and more!) spark excitement and curiosity in every student. 

That's why we need your help! We’re looking for a creative, organised and determined person to support our content team in the crafting and publishing of our world-class science resources. As a Science Content Coordinator, you'll be working closely with the science content team, design team and engineering teams to assist in the creation, rollout, and maintenance of our suite of digital and print products. You'll oversee updates and reprints of our print product, co-ordinate regular releases of our digital products, and liaise with student testers and teachers, subject matter experts and career profilists to ensure our resources are bullet-proof before they get into the classroom. 

We're passionate about giving students the best science education ever and we hope you are too. Ultimately, we're looking for people who love science and want to be an important part of communicating it to everyone.

You'll be someone with an eye for detail who relishes spinning plates in a supportive and collaborative environment and takes pride in being part of an outstanding team of science nerds. Sound interesting?

If so, please read below to find out more about what's in it for you. You can also read about the role's responsibilities in further detail. 

If you'd like to apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter (no more than a page or two) explaining why you're going to smash this role out of the park. Include a paragraph on which Behaviours of an Effective Stile-ist most resonate with you or which you disagree with and why. Address your letter to Clare Feeney and submit both documents through the apply for this job link below.

Please note if your application does not include a cover letter it will not be considered.

More information on our hiring process is available here.

We can't wait to hear from you!

What's in it for you:

• You'll be working on something that really matters. We're coaching students to become problem solvers and critical thinkers in partnership with teachers. The internet democratised information. With a strong command of science, we believe that tomorrow’s citizens and leaders have a fighting chance of sorting the misinformation from the facts.
• You'll join a fantastic 70-strong team of teachers, scientists, artists and engineers who genuinely care about and work towards improving scientific literacy amongst our young citizens. We hold ourselves and each other to a high standard and love what we do.
• Your own professional development – we're lifelong learners here at Stile. Alongside teaching you everything you need to know to succeed in this role, you’ll have the opportunity to attend internal and external PD.
• A Mac laptop and whatever other bits and pieces you need to be productive.

How you'll spend your time

This role will vary from day to day. It will always be interesting but might include: 

• Working side-by-side with our ‘dream team’ of writers, teachers, simulation designers, illustrators, animators and editors to make the best science resource in the known universe.
• Rolling out new engineering delights in our libraries to ensure teachers and students always have access to our most up-to-date content and features. 
• Working closely with the Head of Curriculum and Pedagogy to assist in the writing and publishing of teacher resources.
• Supporting our amazing video production team in writing scripts, testing labs and coordinating filming on set. You may even be asked to step in front of the camera from time to time!
• Raving on about the latest and coolest science news with other “science nerds” in our communal kitchen at lunchtime.
• Coordinating and facilitating in-house and on-site student testing sessions for our work-in-progress resources and fostering a great sense of community with one of our main stakeholder groups.

A bit more about you

Don’t worry if you aren’t all these things! 

• You're incredibly organised and can manage several projects at a time. 
• You're smart and you love to get sh*t done. You can hit the ground running.
• You have a strong track record as an administrative "superstar" who is not content until you’ve triple-checked all your dotted i’s and crossed t’s.
• You're creative. You find inventive solutions to problems.  
• You're eager to learn. Super eager. You soak up feedback, incorporate it, and are constantly driven to be better. You can't help it.
• You love working in a fast-paced environment. We're dynamic; we move quickly.
• You're constantly thinking about how you could do your job better and accept feedback willingly. But you also aren't afraid to defend something when you think it's right.
• You're passionate about sharing your love of science with others. It doesn't matter your background; what's most important is that you want to share your passion for science with hundreds of thousands of students across Australia and beyond.

Hours and location

This is a full-time, permanent role with some flexible work hours. We really value collaboration and about three days in the work week are in person in the office but we also really value focus time and this can be done at home or in the office, whatever works for you! To provide you with the best onboarding experience, the first 4-6 weeks of this role will be worked in-person in our Melbourne office. We're all about what you achieve, not the hours of the day that you achieve it. Our (awesome) office is located on Exhibition Street in Melbourne CBD.

At Stile, we have a key mission – to help teach scientific literacy skills. Currently, over 1,000 schools, 1,500,000 students and 52,000 teachers around the world use Stile.  From designing investigations to critically evaluating media statements, we want to equip our future citizens with the scientific literacy to confidently participate in public discourse around the ethics and social impacts of scientific issues. 

Here at Stile, we create world-class resources for science teachers (whom we call superheroes because… they are). Our resources (think videos, lesson plans, questions, simulations, activities, and more!) spark excitement and curiosity in every student. 

That's why we need your help! We're looking for creative science writers to join our team and help create kick-ass content! As a Science Curriculum Writer, you'll be responsible for distilling real-world scientific issues into accessible and engaging lessons for the classroom. We're passionate about giving students the best science education ever and we hope you are too. Ultimately, we're looking for people who love science and are awesome at communicating it to anyone.

You’ll be someone who lives and breathes science education. Sound interesting?

If so, please read below to find out more about what's in it for you. You can also read about the role's responsibilities in further detail. 

If you'd like to apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter (no more than a page or two) explaining why you're going to smash this role out of the park. Include a paragraph on which Behaviours of an Effective Stile-ist most resonate with you or which you disagree with and why. Address your letter to Clare Feeney and send both documents to [email protected].

Please note, if your application does not include a cover letter it will not be considered.

For more information on our hiring process, please refer to our hiring process.

We can't wait to hear from you!

What’s in it for you:

• You'll be working on something that really matters. We're coaching students to become problem solvers and critical thinkers in partnership with teachers. The internet democratised information. With a strong command of science, we believe that tomorrow’s citizens and leaders have a fighting chance of sorting the misinformation from the facts.
• You'll join a fantastic 70-strong team of teachers, scientists, artists and engineers who genuinely care about and work towards improving scientific literacy amongst our young citizens. We hold ourselves and each other to a high standard and love what we do.
• Your own professional development – we're lifelong learners here at Stile. Alongside teaching you everything you need to know to succeed in this role, you’ll have the opportunity to attend internal and external PD.
• A Mac laptop and whatever other bits and pieces you need to be productive remotely.

How you'll spend your time

This role will vary from day to day. It will always be interesting but might include: 

• Working side-by-side with our ‘dream team’ of other writers, teachers, simulation designers, illustrators, animators and editors to make the best science resource in the known universe.
• Finding novel ways to take the best aspects of the Australian and International science curricula and bring them together to create resource plans and unit plans that will excite teachers worldwide. 
• Collaborating with our engineering team on awesome new platform features or interactive simulations that support student understanding and leave room for teachers to shine.
• Raving on about the latest and coolest science news with other “science nerds” in our communal kitchen at lunchtime.
• Visiting schools with our amazing account managers to hear about teachers’ and students’ experiences at the coal-face and road-test new units and resources.

A bit more about you

• You're creative. You find inventive solutions to problems.  
• You're eager to learn. Super eager. You soak up feedback, incorporate it, and are constantly driven to be better. You can't help it.
• You love working in a fast-paced environment. We're dynamic; we move quickly.
• You're incredibly organised and can manage several projects at a time. 
• You're smart and you love to get shit done. You can hit the ground running.
• You're constantly thinking about how you could do your job better and accept feedback willingly. But you also aren't afraid to defend something when you think it's right.
• You are knowledgeable about the curricula, either the Australian Curriculum or the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). 
• You're passionate about sharing your love of science with others. It doesn't matter if you're a writer, communicator or educator; what's most important is that you want to share your passion for science with hundreds of thousands of students across Australia and beyond.
• You have a strong science background – this is essential for success in this role. Having a specialisation in chemistry, physics or maths is advantageous.
• You can communicate complex scientific ideas clearly to a younger audience.

Hours and location

This is a full-time, permanent role with some flexible work hours. We really value collaboration and about three days in the work week are in person in the office but we also really value focus time and this can be done at home or in the office, whatever works for you! During onboarding we want you to get the best experience so the first 4-6 weeks are in person in the office. We're all about what you achieve, not the hours of the day that you achieve it. Our (awesome) office is located on Exhibition Street in Melbourne CBD.

Bunbury Baptist College is located approximately 3 hours south of Perth in the gateway to the South West Region of Western Australia.

The College commenced in 2019 serving families from Kindergarten to Year 7 providing a vision for a love for learning with a Christian mission focus. The College has experienced significant and rapid growth in recent years and in 2023, commenced a year 11 program.

Bunbury Baptist College is committed to serving the community of families through a high quality educational and co-curricular program by living out our values of:
• Pursuing strong teaching and learning standards
• Pursuing a fair approach to student management within a well-established framework
• Promoting belonging and a hope for the future
• Believing in a biblical worldview as a strong foundation to life, sharing this with sincerity.

We are seeking an experienced full-time Science & Maths Teacher to support this growth to commence in January 2024. As a faith-based school where the Christian worldview is our foundation, all staff must be living out their Christian faith and be an active member of a Christian Church. The salary upon commencement is aligned with industry rates and commensurate with years of experience ranging from $77,500 p.a (Level 2.2) to $119,000 p.a (Senior Teacher).

The successful candidate must fully support and uphold the College’s ethos while working in a team environment. Bunbury Baptist College is fully committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people in our care. All employees must adhere strictly to child protection screening requirements and policies including the Staff Code of Conduct.

Applicants for this position must:
• At least two years of relevant experience in Teaching Secondary students (Senior Years)
• Have working entitlements in Australia either through citizenship, permanent residency or a working visa, and;
• Be a fully accredited teacher having at least completed a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching (or equivalent), and;
• Be registered with the Teachers’ Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA), and;
• Fully satisfy all child protection screening requirements (Working with Children Check) in accordance with Western Australian legislation

All applications must include:
A letter of introduction outlining:
• Your Christian journey,
• Educational pedagogy/philosophy
• What you believe your contribution to the College would be.
In addition:
• A letter of reference from your pastor/minister of religion
• A Curriculum/Vitae outling your expertise
• Evidence of qualifications
• Evidence of permission to work in Australia
• Evidence of registration with the TRBWA
• Evidence of WWC and Federal Police Clearance

Data will only be retained for purposes of recruitment. All unsuccessful applications will be destroyed upon appointment of a successful candidate.