Research Officer in Conservation Biology

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia La Trobe University Full time

Work type:
Fixed Term

  • Full time
  • Fixed term 2 years
  • Bundoora Campus
  • Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position
This position will focus on Victorian threatened flora from a range of plant families.

It will contribute to the overall project by identifying critical pollinator species and their availability at suitable translocation sites, developing translocation plans, and working with team members to achieve collections of seed and plant material for genetic research.

An outcome of this position will be the publication of research in peer-reviewed journals that contributes to understanding the ecology of poorly known Victorian flora and improved protocols for the conservation translocation of plants.

It will also contribute to the establishment of new wild populations of ten species of threatened flora.

Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have

  • Completion of a PhD or equivalent qualifications in the relevant discipline.
  • Evidence of experience in research and evaluation and the ability to work effectively under limited supervision or independently.
  • A record of contribution to publications, conference papers and/or reports, or professional or technical contributions which provide evidence of research potential.
  • Experience and expertise in the statistical analysis of ecological data, with skills in R and in GIS highly desirable.
  • A track record of highquality international scientific publication in the fields of plant ecology and/or conservation biology.
  • Skills in the identification of flora and fauna, with experience in southern Australia desirable.
  • Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position._

_ Welcome to Bundoora campus - Please click on the video link below: _

_ Benefits:
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- _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_

How to apply

Closing date:
By 11:55pm Sunday 16th July 2023

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Cover letter;:

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An up to date resume; and:


  • A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

_ 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_
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