Postdoctoral Fellow in Parasitology

Role type:Part-Time (0.6 FTE); Fixed Term for 3 years
Faculty:Faculty of Science
Department/ School:Melbourne Veterinary School
Salary:Level A: $87266 - $118416 (pro-rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% super

• Spearhead innovative veterinary research collaborate with industry leaders and enhance sheep health.

• Apply now to leadcutting-edgeresearchimproving sheep reproductive health and industry practices.

• Investing inyou -benefits package including salary packaging health and wellbeing programs discounted services and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Parasitology at the Melbourne Veterinary Schoolyoulllead an industry-funded project investigating key infectious abortions in Victorian sheep.Youlldevelop novel molecular diagnostics conduct field investigations and work directly with producers and veterinarians. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact on sheep welfare and productivity while advancing your career as an independent researcher.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Innovative Research: Develop andvalidatenovel molecular diagnostic techniques for detecting key abortigenic agents in sheep.

• Conduct Field Investigations: Plan and execute sampling strategies across Victorian farms collecting andanalysingvarious biological samples.

• Engage with Industry Stakeholders: Collaborate with sheep producers veterinarians and industry bodies toidentifyrisk factors and develop disease management strategies.

• Disseminate Findings: Prepare peer-reviewed publications present at conferences and contribute to industry reports to share your research outcomes.

You may be a great fit if:
You are a qualified veterinarian with a PhD in Veterinary Sciencepossessingstrong research skills and a passion for improving animal health and welfare through innovative diagnostic and epidemiological approaches.

You may also:

• Have a PhD in Veterinary Science or a closely related field.

• Possess experience in molecular diagnostics particularly qPCR assay development and validation.

• Demonstrate strong skills in epidemiological investigation and data analysis.

• Have excellent communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.

• Showa track recordof publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.

• Be passionate about translating research findings into practical industry outcomes.

For furtherinformationplease refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team Melbourne Veterinary School
The Melbourne Veterinary School is a highly ranked veterinary school with a proud tradition of excellence in research education and leadership. The school has research strengths in animal diseases zoonotic infectious diseasesproductionanimalsystemsand animal welfare. The Melbourne Veterinary School provides the only professional entry veterinary medicine program in Victoria and covers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate subjects across veterinary science with Australias premiere graduate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program which is nationally and internationally accredited by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council (VSSAAC) the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA).

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Werecommitted to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support providing reasonable adjustmentsthroughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Forassistance please contact Kim Groizard onor at(subject: Recruitment Adjustments). Contact details for other enquiriesare locatedat the bottom of this page.

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Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) isfor all positions. If successfulwellguide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you please apply with the following documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

Learn more about the application process including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries email Anna Gradoboeva. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close:2 January 2026 at11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: JR-006346 Postdoctoral Fellow in