Postdoctoral Fellow

PRIMARY DETAIL

Lead cutting-edge ARC-funded research on butterfly behaviour and visual ecology at Macquarie University
- Salary package: Level A - Step 6 (PhD awarded rate) $109,272 p.a., plus 17% employer’s superannuation and annual leave loading.

- Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term until 17 December 2027
- Location: Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, Dharug land, North Ryde

THE ROLE

Reporting to the project CI (A/Prof Darrell Kemp), the Postdoctoral Researcher will:

- Establish the experimental arena and associated infrastructure.- Undertake fieldwork in tropical North Queensland.- Perform and image behavioural presentations.- Extract and analyse 3-dimensional object tracking data.- Lead the preparation of high impact scientific publications.

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants must address the selection criteria below and attach a CV (including a list of two referees), and include a statement of research interests and achievements.

Essential Selection Criteria- A PhD in animal ecology/behaviour or a related discipline.- Experience working with butterflies in either field and/or laboratory environments.- Ability to undertake and publish original experimental research, as evidenced by impactful and high-quality outputs.- Ability to foster a nurturing environment for research students including the provision of research student supervision.- Demonstrated capacity to work independently and as part of a team.- Excellent oral and written communication skills.- Ability for analytical thinking and independent problem solving.

Desirable Selection Criteria- Experience with imaging insect interactions and the analysis thereof using tracker software.

Role Enquiries: Associate Professor Darrell Kemp at

Applications Close: Thursday 13 November 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (AEDT)

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We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location is just a short walk from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Enjoy the benefits of working at a campus that offers:

- 17% Superannuation- Subsidised onsite parking options- Flexible working options- Training and professional development- Onsite childcare facilities- Discounted health insurance (Medibank)- Onsite vacation care- Employee Assistance Program- Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre- Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics

Applications Close:
13/11/2025 11:59 PM

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