Research Fellow, Forest Restoration

**Job no**: 0059654
**Location**: Burnley
**Role type**: Full time; Fixed-term for 2 years
**Faculty**: Science
**Department/School**: Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences
**Salary**: Level A: $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. or Level B: $114,645 - $136,136 p.a. (pro-rata for part-time) plus 17% super
- **Undertake research to guide the regeneration of forests following timber harvesting, addressing key threats associated with climate change.**:

- **Work in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary team to provide the empirical, peer-reviewed evidence that underpins the conservation and management of Victoria’s forest ecosystems and the biodiversity these forests support.**:

- **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**
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Research Fellow to contribute to the conservation and management of Victoria's forests as we transition from forest harvesting to management for environmental and biocultural values. You will have the opportunity to influence Victoria's forest policy via empirical research and meaningful collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Significantly contribute to research relating to the regeneration of Victoria's forests, including management of projects and timely delivery of milestones.
- Lead publications in peer reviewed journals and reports.
- Disseminate research findings to diverse audiences.
- Identify funding opportunities and prepare research proposals for submission to external funding bodies.

**Who We Are Looking For**
To be successful in this role you will have excellent skills in data management and statistical analysis, an ability to communicate effectively, and develop positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders. You will also be proactive and enjoy working independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, to achieve project goals and meet deadlines.

You will also have:

- PhD in forest ecology or environmental science, or a relevant discipline.
- A record of contributions in peer reviewed journals, book chapters, conference papers and presentations.

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

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

**Your New Team - 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, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, food security, healthy food systems, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices. Our expertise spans biophysical, social and technical sciences, and we support a large cohort of PhD students.
- We value and support diverse perspectives and cultures. We are at our best when collaborating in a spirit of respect, trust, generosity and belonging.

**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

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