Phd Studentship in Weed Modelling and Management Prioritisation in Grazing Areas

1 week ago

Windsor, Australia Consolidated Pastoral Full time

Windsor, Australia

Reference: 6798197

**Supervisors**: Dr. Emma Hudgins (UniMelb) & A/Prof Shane Campbell (University of Queensland)

**Project Overview**: Join our dynamic team to strengthen weed control in northern Australia's livestock sector. This project focuses on developing decision-support frameworks for managing two high-impact invasive species: Chinee Apple (Ziziphus mauritiana) and Rubber Vine (Cryptostegia grandiflora). These species pose significant threats to both productivity and ecological integrity.

**Your key duties and tasks**:

- Conduct field and lab work in the Southern Cape York Rangelands along with access to lab work in Central and Southern Queensland, alongside modelling activities based in Melbourne.
- Investigate seed transportation vectors, including native wildlife, wind, and hydrological processes.
- Develop mechanistic models informed by field and lab-collected data.
- Work with ecologists at Consolidated Pastoral Company (CPC), Queensland Department of Primary Industries, and Natural Resource Management organisations.

**What you will need**:

- Research and analytical skills
- Knowledge of weed science and agronomy
- Technical skills (proficiency in using laboratory and field equipment)
- Proven strong organisational and time management skills (ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines).
- Multi-stakeholder collaboration (work effectively in a multidisciplinary team)
- Current and valid Australian drivers licence

**How to Apply**:

- A cover letter describing your research interests and why you would like to undertake a PhD (maximum one page)
- A CV including qualifications, academic achievements, list of publications, work history and references (two referees contact details).
- A copy of electronic academic transcript(s)

**Eligibility**
- Hold a relevant Tertiary qualification with H1 First Class Honours or Masters
- Meet host University admission requirements

**Applications close**:
Applications will close on Monday 15 September 2025.

Applications Close: 15 Sep 2025

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