Post Doctoral Research Fellowship

Job description:

Position Overview

• Fixed Term -2 Years | Full Time | $102, % super
• Lucas Heights location | Health & Wellbeing Programs | Free onsite car parking
• An exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful translational science.

About the Opportunity

The Post-Doctoral Research Fellow will perform research that contributes to ANSTO Projects by carrying out laboratory-based experimental work and producing scientific reports and publications. This role supports food provenance research through practical laboratory-based skills, with a strong emphasis on statistical analysis, modelling, and database development. The successful candidate will apply advanced statistical techniques and develop predictive models to interpret datasets, helping to trace food origins and support translational science outcomes. Experience in multivariate analysis, geospatial modelling, or machine learning approaches will be highly valued.

About You

"We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in statistics who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and data-driven research." - 
Patricia Gadd, Science Program Leader -Food and Water

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the project lead with writing scientific manuscripts and technical reports, contributing to grant applications, and supervising students.
• Translate research ideas into impactful outcomes by exploring solutions, evaluating alternatives, and selecting optimal approaches to deliver high-quality scientific outputs aligned with project goals.
• Conduct laboratory-based experimental work and undertake relevant training to ensure the delivery of rigorous and reproducible research results.
• Apply advanced statistical and modelling techniques to analyse complex datasets, develop predictive frameworks, and support evidence-based conclusions in food provenance research.
• Collaborate closely with the project lead and the broader food provenance team to drive progress, share insights, and contribute to a cohesive and innovative research environment.
• Publish scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals and actively build professional networks with researchers and industry partners at local, national, and international levels.
• Communicate research outcomes effectively within ANSTO and across the wider scientific community through presentations, publications, and stakeholder engagement.

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About Us

ANSTO leverages great science to deliver big outcomes.  We partner with scientists and engineers and apply new technologies to provide real-world benefits.  Our work improves human health, saves lives, builds our industries and protects the environment.  ANSTO is the home of Australia's most significant landmark and national infrastructure for research.  Thousands of scientists from industry and academia benefit from gaining access to state-of-the-art instruments every year.

Benefits of Working with Us

ANSTO employees are passionate about what they do. We enjoy being part of an organisation making a difference in the lives of Australians.

We support and reward our employees through eligibility for:

• Training, development and mentoring opportunities
• Performance based salary increases
• Work-life balance with generous leave entitlements and flexible conditions

If you want to join a world class organisation that's making a difference in the lives of Australians, apply now

How to Apply

For further technical information relating to this position please refer to the Position Description or contact Patricia Gadd on or For all other queries please contact Talent Acquisition on

To be eligible for appointment, applicants will require a security and pre-employment medical assessment.

Application closing date:  6 October 2025 at 11:59 pm

All applicants must be Australian citizens.

In order to solve great challenges, we need great minds and great teams. At ANSTO, we understand that diverse teams produce better outcomes and we value the merit that a diverse perspective can bring to our team. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, primary carers, those with a disability, and women in STEM. ANSTO is a charter member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative and is proudly taking action to create a gender-inclusive workforce.