Research Fellow Grade 1
Research Fellow Grade 1
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Job Description
- Two fixed term (3 year) full time Research Fellow positions available
- Based as any or our Griffith University campus locations
We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Research Fellow Grade 1 to join our dynamic research team in Nathan Australia. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be housed within Griffith Universitys School of Environment and Science and funded by the Nature Positive Linkage Project led by Dr. Michelle Ward (Griffith University) Prof. Hugh Possingham (UQ) Prof. Brendan Wintle (University of Melbourne) Prof. Andrew MacIntosh (ANU) Prof. Albert van Dijk (ANU) Prof. Don Butler (ANU) Dr. Andrew Dowdy (University of Melbourne) Assoc. Prof. Peter Scarth (UQ) Prof. Fran Sheldon (Griffith) WWF-Australia Bush Heritage Australia and Australian Agricultural Company (AACo).
Our technical advisory group includes Dr. Teagan Sheilds Prof. Martine Maron Prof. Stephen van Leeuwen Barry Hunter (North Australian Indigenous Land and Sea Management Alliance) Dr. Anna Richards Dr. Lynne Macdonald Rachel Martin Dr. Joe Bull Prof. Francisco Ascui and Jarrod Holmes (Indigenous Desert Alliance).
As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow youll take on complex local and global challenges using your skills and experience to advance nature positive ambitions and drive meaningful change. Heres how youll make it matter:
- You will develop analyze and publish research on agreed-upon definitions metrics and framework for measuring nature positive using several Australian properties as case studies.
- You will develop analyze and publish research using the framework to test state-wide (Australian) Australia-wide and global data.
- You will develop analyze and publish research on the importance of counterfactuals and safeguards when using the definitions metrics and framework.
- You will facilitate wide-scale uptake of our definitions metrics and framework
- You will develop an online tool that shows what actions are being done what actions are needed as well as demonstrates nature-positive status.
This is a fixed term (3 year) full time position based at any of our Griffith University campuses. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.
Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Research Fellow Grade 1 range $88689 - $103888 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $103767 - $121549 per annum.
Qualifications :
The successful candidate for this position will hold a PhD in conservation biology conservation ecology or a related field.
You will also have:
- Strong quantitative and data analysis skills with demonstrated experience using GIS R python or other related tools.
- Strong statistical skills
- Working knowledge of nature positive counterfactuals and additionality.
- A strong track record of publishing high-quality research in peer-reviewed high-impact journals with experience presenting findings at national and international conferences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary research teams managing competing deadlines while maintaining effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Information :
Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Number)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
- Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)
Applicants must have Australian working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Dr Michelle Ward School of Environment and Science at
For application and recruitment advice please contact Ms Corinna Gartrell Talent Acquisition Partner at .
Closing date: Thursday 21 August at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
Contract
