Research Associate

1 week ago

Mawson Lakes, Australia University of South Australia Full time

Based in UniSA Future Industries Institute at the Mawson Lakes campus
- Full-time, three-year fixed term contract
- Commencing Salary: $96,929 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

**About the Role**

You will contribute to the research efforts of the Future Industries Institute, in particular you will undertake research investigating the chemistry and plant availability of a novel potassium fertiliser in soils in collaboration with the University of Queensland. This project will use a wide range of laboratory and glasshouse experiment in conjunction with advanced spectroscopic methods to understand the reaction of fertilisers in wide range of soils.

**About UniSA**

The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change. Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.

**Core Responsibilities**
- Undertake research under limited supervision to achieve project grant outcomes; i.e. conduct laboratory and glasshouse experiments that study fertiliser availability and transformations in diverse soil types
- Prepare or contribute to the preparation of refereed journal publications, conference and seminar papers arising from the research
- Contribute to the preparation of reports to fulfil contractual obligations
- Provide advice and contribute to the supervision of post graduate students in the appointee’s area of expertise
- Undertake administrative duties associated with relevant research projects, as required from time to time

**Essential Skills and Experience**
- A PhD with a focus on soil science
- Knowledge and hands-on experience in experimentation in agricultural/environmental chemistry, soil fertility and plant nutrition and supporting analytical techniques
- Evidence of high quality research output commensurate with the length of research career, which is published and presented in appropriate forums
- Excellent written and oral communication skills demonstrated through written work such as research reports, research publications and educational materials, and through effective liaison with external partners, colleagues and students
- Ability to plan and execute testing and research with stakeholders
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a research team

**Benefits**

Getting a great job working with the best is just the start. UniSA rewards its staff with a wide variety of benefits such as:

- Access to great personal development opportunities
- Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
- Employee assistance and development programs
- Corporate health insurance
- Staff study support
- A variety of leave arrangements

**Culture**

As a University of Enterprise, we offer a dynamic and agile workplace culture, one that embraces challenges and thrives on breaking new ground. Our staff are creative and innovative thinkers, communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. We embrace diversity and inclusion in a vibrant, engaging environment. Our people are authentic, resilient, and influential, and we deliver results.

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**Applications close: 11.30pm Wednesday 29 May 2024**
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