Job no: 0063024 
Location: Dookie (Goulburn Valley region), Victoria  
Role type: Full-time; Fixed term until 31 March 2028. 
Faculty: Faculty of Science 
Department/School: School of Agriculture Food and Ecosystem Science 
Salary: Level A – $83,468 - $113,262 p.a plus 17% super 

• Contribute to research related to improving Nitrogen use efficiency in Australian grain cropping
• Contribute to cutting-edge research in sustainable farming practices 
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role

The Research Fellow (Nitrogen Management in Grain Crops) at the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Science, School of Agriculture Food and Ecosystem Sciences will play a key role in conducting supervised research aimed at enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in Australian grain cropping. 

This position will work under limited supervision to assist and participate in research within the project team to deliver project objectives and milestones which will include writing milestone reports and peer reviewed papers, liaising with stakeholders and the project research team, managing the project activities, supervising junior research staff, and presenting at project meetings and other events as directed.

Your responsibilities will include:

• You are expected to significantly contribute towards the research effort of the team and to develop your research expertise with an increasing degree of autonomy.
• Under the guidance of Senior Academic staff conduct internationally competitive research, resulting in publications in high impact journals.
• Contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard in accordance with the research expectations of the University of Melbourne Actively participate in research seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings as opportunities arise.
• Contribute to the preparation, or where appropriate individual preparation of research proposal submissions to internal or external funding bodies as relevant. 
• Contribute to scientific mentoring and supervision of research students.

Who We Are Looking For

You will ideally possess work experience in field-based grains research, demonstrating a strong ability to prepare research reports and manuscripts for publication. Additionally, you should show clear evidence of capability and motivation to advance in an academic research career.

You will also have:

• Completion of a PhD in agricultural science, soil science or related discipline with sound understanding of soil nitrogen cycle .  
• Demonstrated experience in field crops research with a focus on improving fertiliser use efficiency. 
• Experience in monitoring greenhouse gas emissions from soil. 
• Skills in data collation and analysis 
• A demonstrated aptitude for research, with a sound publication record in relevant areas, commensurate with experience and opportunities.  

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

our New Team – “The School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences“ 

The School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences has a vision of science for flourishing environments and communities. The School brings together diverse discipline strengths to lead the development of new interdisciplinary thinking and high-impact solutions for global challenges relating to climate change, food security, healthy food systems, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices. Our expertise spans biophysical, social and technical sciences, and we support a large cohort of PhD students across these domains.  

Dookie campus has played a key role in the development of agriculture and agricultural teaching and learning in Australia since 1886 and it remains a focal point for the key research, teaching and technology development that is helping to shape the future of agriculture in Australia. 

Situated on 2,440 hectares the campus includes a small community which houses our students and teaching staff, merino sheep, an orchard, robotic dairy, winery and a natural bush reserve. 

What We Offer You!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!

About the University of Melbourne

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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Anna Gradoboeva via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Please Note: This is a re-advertised role and previous applicants need not apply 

Position Description

Applications close: 01 Oct 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time