Research Associate - Krill Physiologist
Research Associate - Krill Physiologist
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Job Description
- Contribute to the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership (AAPP)
- Conduct research on Antarctic krill through marine fieldwork and controlled aquarium experiments
- 3 year fixed-termfull-time role based in Hobart with relocation assistance considered
About the opportunity
The Research Associate Krill Physiologist will be part of the Australian Antarctic Program Partnership (AAPP) a research program funded through the Antarctic Science Collaboration Initiative of the Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water. The AAPP brings together government and non-government entities to deliver a significant part of the national Antarctic science program including research on the role of the Antarctic region in the global climate system and the implications for marine ecosystems.
The Research Associate Krill Physiologist will be a member of Theme 3: The Future of Antarctic Sea Ice Krill and Ecosystems and will (1) study climate change impacts including ocean acidification on Antarctic krill physiology through field observations on marine science voyages and aquaria experiments and (2) use the acquired data to write research papers for peer-reviewed journals and scientific reports.
What youll do:
- Conduct innovative biological and ecological research primarily on Antarctic krill through field observations on marine science voyages and aquaria experiments.
- Develop and apply novel analyses to determine the mechanisms underpinning the effects of environmental change on the ecological processes and biogeochemical cycles within the krill ecosystem and their relation to sea ice.
- Undertake high-quality research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team publish research findings as sole author or in collaboration in order to meet and regularly exceed the Universitys research performance expectations for Level A or B.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline relevant interdisciplinary domains profession industry and/or wider community.
What were looking for:
- A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g. marine biology or other marine science discipline).
- A strong research background in laboratory and ship-based marine biology demonstrated by a record of quality publications presentations at conferences and preferably success in securing external competitive and other funding.
- Willing to undertake marine science voyages of up to ninety days in duration.
- Ability to effectively culture and maintain marine invertebrates.
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills for data interpretation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (authoring peer-reviewed scientific publications and presenting science outcomes at national and international forums).
- Inter-personal skill ability to work both independently and as part of a small team and to engage widely and develop and sustain working relationships.
- A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally within the discipline profession industry (where relevant) and wider community.
- Level B - Skills and experience in the communication of results to stakeholders including the general public (i.e. scientific outreach).
- Desirable: Clinical/industry/professional experience relevant to the position.
Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A or Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125877 - $155885 comprising base salary within the range of $83198 to $133235 plus 17% superannuation.
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How to Apply
- To apply online please provide the following supporting documentation:
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
- Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
- For further information about this position please contact Professor Delphine Lannuzel Australian Antarctic Program Partnership Program Leader on.
- Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
- For current UTAS staff in submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
- Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.
Position DescriptionResearch Associate - Krill Physiologist - Level
Position DescriptionResearch Associate - Krill Physiologist - Level
Applications close Sunday 26 October 2025 11.55pm
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
