Total 74 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in midland western australia

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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13th May, 2024
Commencing |2024 Term 2 (or earlier if available) Responsibilities | Secondary Mathematics Teacher  -Teach Years 7 to 12 Mathematics, including Year 11 and Year 12 General Mathematics. The ability to teach Year 11 and Year 12 Mathematics Methods and Mathematics Specialist will be an advantage.    Role Type | FT / Ongoing Appointment To Apply | We are working in partnership with a well-established co-ed Independant School teaching in the Catholic tradition with in excess of 1,700 pupils from kindergarten to year 12, based in the Peel area south of Perth. The school provides a holistic education with the aim to promote the optimal development of every individual.   A very supportive management team works collaboratively with teachers to support both the teacher's day-to day activities and their career progression and development. A strong partnership with parents is maintained to ensure the care and development
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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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Senior Manager, Grinding R&D Program







Primary Location:  York, PA, US Perth, AU







Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the worlds natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future. At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.   Job posting end date: 05/10/2024       Introduction We are seeking




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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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16th April, 2024 Commencing | Term 3 2024 Responsibilities | Mathematics Teacher -Middle School Role Type | FT / Ongoing AppointmentTo Apply | [email protected] We are working in partnership with a growing Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, Independent co-educational school teaching in the Anglican tradition, with approximately 1,000 students located in the southeastern suburbs of Perth. The School Management Team is very highly regarded and works hard to ensure students, teachers and families are well supported as they grow together and support one another to achieve the highest educational outcomes.    Advantages of Registering with Vivid Teachers: Completely free service for qualified teachers Gain access to exclusively listed teaching and leadership positions Career mentoring / CV preparation / interview coaching The Vivid Teacher Team works with schools throughout Australia and New Zealand. We are very interested to know more about you and what you are looking for in your next teaching position. To keep the registration process very simple? Click here to view more detail / apply for Mathematics Teacher -Middle School

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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Mine Geology Technician Date:  2 Apr 2024 Location:  Mine FIFO, AU FIFO from Perth to the Roy Hill mine - 8/6 day shift roster Industry leading Performance, Retention and Profit Share bonuses Be part of a technologically advanced mine site and progressive team Healthcare contributions for employees and immediate family Fly with Qantas with access to frequent flyer points and status credits About the role Our Mine Geology team is currently seeking a Mine Geology Technician to join them on an 8 days on 6 days off roster based at the Roy Hill mine. Reporting to the Supervisor Mine Geology you will be responsible for supporting the Mine Geology team by assisting in the collection and recording of geological data. Duties Collect, prepare, and record blast cone, pit, and stockpile samples and data Provide ore spotting and material redirection duties in the pit Carry out general mine site ore control monitoring duties as required Accurately record and manage data and perform…

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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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Northern Star Resources are looking for dynamic Geology Technicians and Pit Technicians across our Northern Goldfields operations. These opportunities are presented at Jundee, Carosue Dam & Thunderbox offering a family friendly rotation of either 15 days on 13 days off for Pit technicians and 8 days on 6 days off for Geology Technicians. All the roles are offered on the FIFO basis from Perth.  As a Geology technician, Your main responsibilities will include: Process, sample and collect data from diamond drill core. Collect core trays from drill sites. Mark out drill core; metre and orientation mark-up. Collect geological data (e.g. Recovery, RQD, Specific Gravity, Magnetic Susceptibility). Photograph core trays. Saw drill core and collection of samples as directed by the supervising geologist. Drill core storage and retrieval. Sample preparation as required. Ensure timely and accurate sample dispatch to assay laboratories. Data entry as required. Sample pulp storage and retrieval. As a pit technician, Your main responsibilities will include: Assist with grade control…

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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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Supervisor Production Nickel West Deployment 7/7 D/N Date:  12 Feb 2024 Job Posting End Date:  06-Jan-2024;08:29:59GMT Job Country:  Australia Job State/Province:  Western Australia Job Location/Region:  Kalgoorlie, Goldfields and Esperance About BHP At BHP we support our people to grow, learn, develop their skills and reach their potential. With a global portfolio of operations, we offer a diverse and inclusive environment with extraordinary career opportunities. Our strategy is to focus on creating a safe work environment where our employees feel strongly connected to our values and objectives, and where the capability of our people is key to our success. Come and be a part of this success. About Operations Services BHP Operations Services delivers industry leading mining services across BHP operations Australia-wide with specialist capabilities in load and haul, fixed plant maintenance and mobile maintenance. BHP Operations Services has a strong focus on people capability and culture. Our people are our greatest asset and are at the centre of everything that we do. We focus on high performance safety and productivity through our people. With world-class training that is unmatched in the industry and the opportunity to advance your career across locations and commodities, join the team and make your place in BHP. About the Role Operations Services Production is currently recruiting for an experienced Production Supervisor to work with our team at Nickel West Deployment. Reporting to the Production Superintendent, working in a fast-paced open cut environment, this role allows the ability to apply your knowledge, experience and lead a team across areas such as production…

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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.