Company: Western Sydney University
Eligibility: Internal Applicants Only. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be employed by Western Sydney University on an ongoing, fixed term or casual basis at the time of this advertisement.
In accordance with section 45.4 of the Academic Staff Agreement 2022, Casual academic staff are eligible to apply for appointment if they have been employed at Western Sydney University as a casual employee for at least two teaching sessions in the last 24 months.
Position Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Position for 2 Years
Location: Based at Western's Hawkesbury Campus
Salary: $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. Inclusive of Superannuation and Leave Loading
Are you passionate about understanding the intricate dance between pollinators and plants? The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Pollination for Native Seed to join their dynamic research team. This exciting opportunity is supported by the Ian Potter Foundation grant for the project entitled “Research and development to build best practice into native seed production in a changing world”. This project will aim to improve understanding of animal pollination and plant reproductive biology in native seed production.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will conduct original research on pollinators in native seed production areas to understand how different horticultural practices and designs influence pollinator visitation and seed yields. Pollinator visitation and behaviour will be characterised to estimate pollen dispersal and mating patterns through innovative fieldwork techniques (plantings, exclusions) and technologies (eDNA, cameras). You will communicate findings at scientific meetings, publish research in high-impact international journals and liaise with and provide updates to industry stakeholders and funders. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities for career mentoring, teaching, student co-supervision, and leadership development.
This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years. You will be predominantly based at the Hawkesbury Campus of Western Sydney University (Richmond, New South Wales) where Greening Australia has established seed production areas. Some field work will take place in Western Australia and will require the successful applicant to drive a motor car. Please review the position description for further information.
We’re looking for a candidate with a PhD degree or equivalent professional experience in a research field related to pollinator biology or plant pollination. You will have demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience in entomology and pollination biology, including collecting and analysing data from field experiments. You have strong statistical skills and are comfortable using relevant statistical platforms, preferably R, and have a strong grasp of data management and reproducible research practices. Possession of a valid NSW drivers licence is essential for field work.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you!
Academic Level A $106,765 to $128,989 p.a. (comprising Salary of $90,218 to $108,997 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Please direct enquiries about the role to Associate Professor Paul Rymer via email at P.Rymer@westernsydney.edu.au
Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au
8:30pm, Monday 9 September 2024
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
Western Sydney University is committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications from people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; equity target groups including women, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
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