Research Fellow in Farming Systems Research

1 week ago

Goulburn, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

**Job no**: 0061899
**Location**:Dookie (Goulburn Valley region), Victoria
**Role type**:Full-time; Fixed-term for 3 years
**Faculty**:Faculty of Science
**Department/School**:School of Agriculture Food and Ecosystem Science
**Salary**:Level A - $101,460 - $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super
- **Join pioneering research in climate resilience across diverse farming systems.**:

- **Collaborate with top-tier experts, execute innovative experiments, and publish impactful findings.**:

- **Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading.**

**About the Role**
The Research Fellow role offers an exciting opportunity to spearhead cutting-edge research within an Australian Government-funded farming systems experiment at the University of Melbourne's Dookie Campus in regional Victoria.

The research focuses on climate and drought resilience aspects of cropping, mixed farming and pasture systems. The field experiments at the University of Melbourne research farm are the centrepiece of a collaborative effort in conjunction with the University of Tasmania, Federation University, and the farming systems groups Birchip Cropping Group, Southern Farming Systems and Riverine Plains.

You will conduct scientifically robust field experiments, analyse complex data, and contribute to a large-scale collaborative research program.

Please note: This position requires the appointee to work in regional Victoria, where there is no public transport connection available. A valid driving license for Victoria is required for this role.

Your responsibilities will include:

- You will be expected to significantly contribute towards the research effort of the team and to develop research expertise in crop science and farming systems research with an increasing degree of autonomy.
- You will have key role in implementing and conducting research experiments, including undertaking field sampling campaigns, laboratory analyses, data collection and data evaluation and other relevant activities necessary to conduct scientifically robust experiments.
- Under the guidance and support of Senior Academic staff you will be expected to conduct internationally competitive research, resulting in publications in high impact journals. You will contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard.
- Actively participate in research seminars and conferences to disseminate research findings as opportunities arise.

**Who We Are Looking For**

You will possess the demonstrated ability to engage with professional and industry bodies, as well as stakeholders in agriculture, fostering collaborative partnerships. Additionally, you will exhibit the capability to independently develop, administer, and successfully complete well-designed research projects with mínimal supervision.

You will also have:

- **Completion of a PhD in crop science, agronomy, agricultural science** or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in field-based research on crops or farming systems research with a focus on plant production
- A demonstrated aptitude for research, with a publication record in well regarded scientific journals and demonstrated ability to prepare manuscripts and reports

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 - “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

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