Research Officer (Postdoc)
La Trobe University
- Monash University, VIC Deakin, ACT
- Contract
- Full-time
- Full time
- Fixed Term - 2.5 years
- Bundoora Campus
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference!
- Acquire and interpret research data and results. Run analyses and tests using specified and agreed techniques and models. Contribute to the development of techniques, models and methods. Specific to this project:
- Spatial analysis, mapping and site selection
- Field sampling, including litter sampling using Tullgren funnels
- Identification of terrestrial invertebrates
- DNA sequencing for barcoding and phylogenetics and analysis of genetic data
- Database organisation and entry
- Statistical modelling including analysis of phylogenetic endemism
- Conduct and publish, or otherwise disseminate high quality and/or high impact research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as part of a team.
- Participate in professional activities including presentations at conferences and seminars in field of expertise.
- Completion of a PhD in an area of ecology, phylogenetics, biogeography or invertebrate biology.
- Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision or independently.
- A record of leading scientific publications in international journals of moderate to high impact.
- Experience in the analysis and modelling of data, including the capacity to integrate data from a range of sources and of uneven quality.
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
- Cover letter;
- An up to date resume
- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria 'Skills and knowledge required for the position', which is located in the position description.
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.Advertised:09/4/2024Closing Date:01/5/2024