Research Scientist in Plant Disease Management

2 weeks ago


Wagga Wagga, Australia Charles Sturt University Full time

Charles Sturt University

Salary: AUD$90,822 - AUD$121,504 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

Job Description:

About the Role

This Research Scientist position is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a research team investigating grapevine and other horticultural diseases at Charles Sturt University.

The successful candidate will work on a project funded by Wine Australia, focusing on the management and diagnosis of grapevine trunk diseases in vineyards and nurseries.

You will be responsible for establishing laboratory, glasshouse, and field experiments to investigate the epidemiology and management of grapevine wood diseases.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and undertake field, laboratory, and glasshouse trials in investigations of fungal pathogens of agricultural/horticultural crops.
  • Develop rapid diagnostics using molecular tools (qPCR, LAMP).
  • Contribute to the development of new research project areas.
  • Work closely with the Principal Scientist and collaborate with the research team.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will have a doctoral qualification in plant pathology, mycology, microbiology, molecular biology, or equivalent accreditation and standing.

You should have experience in planning and undertaking field, laboratory, and glasshouse trials, as well as developing rapid diagnostics using molecular tools.

A record of research or professional activity relevant to the discipline is also essential.

How to Apply

Applicants are expected to apply online and address the selection criteria in the position description.



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