Post Doctoral Researcher

About The Team

The Harry Butler Institute (HBI) is one of four Murdoch University research institutes delivering practical solutions that balance sustainability principles with economic growth. HBI is a world-class group of researchers. With strong links to government, business and the community, HBI is making a difference in addressing research challenges that will influence scientific endeavour.

Your New Role
- Research Associate (ACLEA) _key responsibilities will include:

- Actively contributing to the research project by collaborating with the Research Team to successfully deliver the project milestones and key performance indicators.
- Contribute to the planning and execution of research through relevant literature review, and collaborating with internal and external experts, including industry partners.
- Supervise students where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate records of workflows and data.
- Research Fellow (ACLEB) _key responsibilities will include:

- Contribution to research, individually, and as a member of a team, and produce quality publications.
- Consult and provide advice to undergraduate, postgraduate and HRD students.
- Supervise honours, master’s by coursework, and HDR students.
- Contribute to the Institute, the University the University, the profession and the discipline.
- Participate in the University’s Academic Contribution Development (ACDR).
- Undertake such other duties as determined by the Senior Postdoctoral Fellow.

Please refer to the individual Position Descriptions for further details.- Research Associate (ACLEA)- Research Fellow (ACLEB)

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term (1 Year) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $78,000 - $105,000 (ACLEA) | $111,000 - $131,000 (ACLEB) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our

benefits and services page



Join us
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description and the advertisement)
- Your most recent resume (CV)
- Indicate which position you are interested in. You can show interest in both.

What you’ll bring to the role:

- Research Associate (ACLEA)_
- Completion of a relevant graduate qualification, and preferably an Honours degree; in combination with experience in a relevant area.
- Strong experience in vertebrate ecology or zoology.
- Ability to work under broad direction only, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively as a team member.
- Ability to engage in high quality independent research.
- Capacity to generate research funding; independently or as part of a research team.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary and collegial team.
- High levels of written and oral communication skills in English.
- Research Fellow (ACLEB) _key responsibilities will include:

- PhD in an area relevant to the position.
- Ability to work under broad direction only, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively as a team member.
- Demonstrated ability to engage in high quality independent research, with an established record of scholarly publications.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to successfully supervise honours, postgraduate and HDR students.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary and collegial team.
- Demonstrated high levels of written and oral communication skills in English.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dr