Make a substantial and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
Lead a program of high-quality research of international standing.
Provide academic leadership, particularly in fostering outstanding research and/or learning and teaching.
Provide scientific extension advice to clients and stakeholders through publications, technical reports and presentations at field days, conferences and meetings relevant to pasture and forage science and associated fields.
Lead the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline.
Requirements
A PhD in a relevant field.
A strong and continuing commitment to a research portfolio.
Sound knowledge of and experience with pasture based ruminant livestock production systems.
Experience designing projects and working with industry stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in supervision of research higher degree students
Benefits
Full time, 3 year fixed-term position based in Burnie.