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Closing: 01-Jul-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Monday 1 July 2024 - Closing Date
Responsibilities
- This PhD scholarship will align with the Australian Research Council (ARC) funded project, ‘Sustainable Business Models for Marine Conservation’, conducted by Dr Benjamin Thompson.
- The successful applicant will develop a relatable but distinct project; for example, examining relationships between the ecological, social, governance, financial, and/or business aspects of marine conservation, and optionally, linking to broader developments around the blue economy around sustainable use of the oceans.
Requirements
- The successful applicant will have at least one degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., geography, environmental science, business, economics, finance).
- Specific experience across conservation science, human geography, environmental finance, and/or corporate sustainability would be advantageous.
- They will also have experience conducting social science research methods, whilst experience with other research methods such as geospatial analysis, ecological census techniques, and/or economic and financial analysis would be advantageous.
Benefits
- Undertaking this PhD as part of a larger project has several advantages.
- First, the successful candidate will be integrated into an already successful research agenda that has been funded by the ARC, and will have access to funding to support for fieldwork travel and conference attendance.
- Second, the candidate will benefit from expert supervision from research leaders in environmental social science.
- Finally, the candidate will benefit from being part of outcomes from the research, which may include co-authored publications, funded symposia, school-engagement exercises, and future grant applications.
Notes
- The successful applicant will be expected to enroll by September 2024. However, there may be some flexibility as to the date of commencement.
Closing: 17-Jun-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- 17th June 2024 - Closing Date
Responsibilities
- Leading the design and execution of the research project in collaboration with the research team
Requirements
- Experience in performing laboratory tests relevant to marine corrosion
- Experience in performing field tests relevant to marine corrosion
- Experience with analytical techniques relevant to corrosion studies
- Ability to apply, adapt and develop methods relevant to the study of marine biofilms
- PhD in a relevant area of metallurgy, corrosion, chemical engineering, chemistry, marine science/biology, microbiology, physics or other associated discipline
Benefits
- missing
Notes
- 3-year, full-time position
- Open to candidates from diverse engineering and scientific backgrounds
- Funded by the ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation
- Opportunity to contribute to innovative biofilm research and collaborate with industry partners
- Eligibility for Australian Defence Clearance and ITAR compliance
Closing: 30-Jun-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- 30-JUN-2024 - Applications Close
Responsibilities
- - Lead and manage the laboratories and technical support team
- - Oversee marine and terrestrial operations
- - Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols
Requirements
- - Full-time availability
- - Strong leadership and management skills
- - Experience in marine and terrestrial operations
Benefits
- - Competitive salary range
- - Superannuation benefits
- - Full-time employment status
Notes
- Reference Number: 18924
- Full-time; continuing
- Report To: Operations Manager, Laboratory and Technical Support
- Contact Phone: 0427 421 456
- Contact Name: Sue Kelly
- Contact Email: susan.kelly@jcu.edu.au
Closing: 15-Sep-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 15-Sep-2024
Location
- St Lucia Campus
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range $78,944.40 - $87,750.37 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
Responsibilities
- Assist in the isolation, cultivation, photographic characterisation, cryopreservation, and analysis of bacterial and fungal isolates from marine substrates.
- Prepare and assist in the chemical characterisation of solvent extracts of bacterial and fungal isolates.
- Contribute to the safe and efficient operations of the research group equipment, infrastructure, methodologies, and protocols.
- Document all laboratory and administrative activities accurately in lab books and specialist databases.
- Prepare high-quality written and oral presentations, support the preparation of project reports and scientific manuscripts.
- Contribute to general laboratory support, including managing consumable inventory and provide office administrative support.
- Participate in research group meetings.
Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor of Science or equivalent with practical experience in microbiology.
- Practical skills and experience in microbiological sterile technique, cultivation of bacteria/fungi from environmental samples, and cryo-preservation.
- Experience using specialist databases.
- Ability to follow instructions, work collaboratively, work independently, and communicate effectively.
- Well-organized, methodical, and self-motivated.
Benefits
- 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
- 17% superannuation contributions.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- Flexible working arrangements, health and wellness discounts, on-campus childcare options, salary packaging options.
Notes
- The successful candidate may be required to complete pre-employment checks including right to work in Australia.
- Applications close on 15th September 2024.
Closing: 03-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: Not Available
- Closing Date: 03-Oct-2024
Location
- Townsville, QLD, Australia
Salary
- ACAD Level B or C $106,593 - $148,787 plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits
Responsibilities
- Delivering cutting-edge teaching and research programs in marine science, geophysics, and engineering.
- Advancing JCU's research profile in marine geoscience relevant to northern Australian marine estate.
Requirements
- A PhD or equivalent qualification in marine geoscience or related discipline.
- A minimum of two years postdoctoral research, teaching, or industry experience or equivalent.
- Expertise in marine technologies and modelling for research outputs.
- Demonstrated excellence in research with an emerging publication record.
- Ability to efficiently organise and implement research projects.
- Experience in supervising research internships and postgraduate students.
- Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to relate to diverse staff and students.
Benefits
- Generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions.
- 36.25-hour full-time working week.
- 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading.
- 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year.
- Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options.
- Up to 6 months paid parental leave.
- Flexible working options available.
- Attractive options for salary packaging.
- Staff study assistance and paid study leave.
- Ongoing professional development support.
- Fitness Passport and corporate discount on health insurance.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling).
- Well-equipped modern facilities and access to on-site childcare and medical services.
Notes
- Accommodation and relocation assistance may be negotiated.
Closing: 07-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 24-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 07-Oct-2024
Location
- UQ Campus - St Lucia
Salary
- Base salary will be in the range of $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
Responsibilities
- Establish a research program
- Collaborate on research projects
- Seek and manage research funding
- Publish in reputable journals
- Utilize best practice research methodologies
- Participate in project discussions
- Supervise students
- Recruit and manage employees
- Provide performance feedback and training
- Resolve conflicts
- Ensure correct remuneration and benefits
- Develop partnerships
- Demonstrate leadership through mentoring
- Engage in internal service roles and committees
- Perform administrative functions
- Provide support to colleagues
- Uphold university values
Requirements
- PhD in the area of biological or ecological modelling (or related field)
- Demonstrated ability to develop and/or apply size-spectrum ecosystem models, particularly in mizer
- Proven ability to undertake modelling, data analysis and spatial/temporal statistical techniques within R (preferred), MATLAB, Python or equivalent programming language
- Demonstrated track record of publishing original research in peer-review journals
- Knowledge of oceanography, ecology and fisheries (desirable)
- Familiarity with large observational datasets, and associated quality control and management (desirable)
- Experience working with climate projection datasets from CMIP Earth System Models (desirable)
Benefits
- Access to world-class facilities and equipment
- Grant writing support
- Greater research funding opportunities
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options
- Flexible start/finish times
- Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process
Notes
- Relocating from interstate or overseas? We will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package.
- The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and education check.
- Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply.
Closing: 27-Oct-2024
Expired
Job Summary
Dates
- Opening Date: 26-Sep-2024
- Closing Date: 27-Oct-2024
Location
- Crawley, Western Australia
Salary
- Base salary range: Level A, $80,520.00– $108,362.00 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
Responsibilities
- Play a key role in the Australian Research Council Discovery Project, driving innovative solutions to improve outcomes of marine habitat restoration.
- Coordinate and engage in research on animal responses to marine habitat restoration projects in Western Australia and Victoria, under the guidance of senior academics.
- Build understanding of the reasons behind the unexpected responses of animals to restoration efforts to enhance project effectiveness.
- Contribute to the broader Australian Research Council Discovery Project aimed at improving biodiversity outcomes of marine habitat restoration.
Requirements
- A PhD or equivalent qualifications and experience in marine ecology or a related discipline.
- A strong track record of research publication relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles.
- Expertise in ecological theory and its application.
- Strong quantitative/modelling skills and experience in the design and analysis of ecological experiments.
- Experience in research diving and the use of underwater visual census techniques.
Benefits
- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Notes
- This position is open to international applicants.
- To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Steve Swearer at stephen.swearer@uwa.edu.au.