Research Officer/Senior Research Officer

3 days ago


Townsville City Center, Queensland, Australia James Cook University Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Research Officer/Senior Research Officer to join our team in the Centre for Tropical Water and Aquatic Ecosystem Research (TropWATER) at James Cook University.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to an expanding program in coastal river ecology, water quality, and wetland systems repair
  • Work with a team of scientists on research projects for government, industry, and non-government partners
  • Design, analyze, and interpret environmental data sets and experiments
  • Develop and implement research projects, including preparing funding proposals and sourcing opportunities
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and collaborators to advance research goals
  • Mentor postgraduate students and contribute to the development of research outputs
Requirements
  • PhD or Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of professional experience in coastal ecology and water quality
  • High-level experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation skills
  • Experience in tropical river estuarine or coastal ecology, water quality, wetland repair ecology, and groundwater interactions
  • Project management skills, including preparing funding proposals and sourcing opportunities
  • Research outputs, including technical reports and publication of scientific results in peer-reviewed journals
  • Computer skills, including Microsoft and database/statistical software
  • Experience with organizing and managing field programs, including in remote locations
What We Offer
  • A culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth
  • Flexible working conditions and generous employee benefits, including superannuation, leave loading, and other benefits
  • Access to online media subscriptions, well-equipped campus facilities, and professional development support


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