Research Fellow

$114,307- $135,408 (ALB) per annum plus 17% superannuation
- Full Time Fixed Term contract till 30th June 2027 -with possibility of extension
- Based at Curtin University in Bentley, Perth, Western Australia

**Job Reference: 750651**

**About Us**
The Centre for Crop and Disease Management (CCDM) at Curtin University brings together expertise in biometry, bioinformatics and data science, together with agribusiness, actuarial science, geographical information systems, farming systems and plant pathology. We have strong industry and academic partnerships and focus on research to overcome key challenges in the broadacre crop production industry.

AAGI provides a unique inclusive collegial environment for scientist interested in biometry and data analytics, enabling and encouraging everyone to develop their full potential and supporting group members with mentorships, professional development opportunities and on the job training.

**Your new role**
This position will contribute to the activities conducted nationally by the AAGI program - with a focus on statistics and biometry. The successful applicant will provide advice and support to researchers and collaborators concerning experimental design and statistical methodologies as applied to plant research (from laboratory to field), agricultural sciences, spatial statistics and genetics. Responsibilities also include developing code and using statistical software to manage and analyse data, contributing to the drafting and dissemination of research results, supervising junior research staff, report writing, participating in consulting meetings and other reasonable duties commensurate with the classification level.

We are looking for someone with the following key capabilities:

- A PhD in a relevant discipline such as Applied Statistics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, and/or Computational Genetics, Data Science.
- A demonstrated track record in experimental design and statistical analysis of experimental data.
- An established publication track record in relevant fields.

**Why choose Curtin?**
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket.

Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. We encourage a progressive and diverse workplace and are committed to looking after our employees by promoting health and wellbeing, work flexibility, and personal development opportunities.
- **Global Excellence**: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
- **Rewards Beyond Salary**: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) with cash out options*, customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise and Hotel, as well as Health Insurance discounts.
- **Adaptable Work Environment**: Embrace flexibility with a role based at our Bentley campus, with the option to work remotely from home or one of our other campus locations such as Midland or St George’s terrace for a change of scenery. *Role dependant and to be discussed with Hiring Manager.
- **Time Well-Spent**: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Leave (5 days)*, Study Leave, Community Service Leave, and access to Long Service Leave after 10 years of continuous service (65 days/13-week entitlement for full-time staff) for Academic Staff.
- **Plus 18% more observed days off**: enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9).
- **Recognition for Prior Service**: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution.

**Join us**

Please provide a cover letter, CV/resume and a brief statement against the key capabilities (outlined above) to allow us to assess your suitability for the role.

**Applications close: Tuesday 19th November 2024, 3:45pm AWST.**

**Disclaimer**:

- Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert._