Junior Research Fellow

• Apply your molecular expertise to projects shaping fisheries management and environmental policy.
• Contribute to IMASs collaborative efforts delivering innovative evidence-based marine science
• Full Time 2-year Fixed Term opportunity based in Hobart!

About the opportunity

This research-focused appointment will contribute to two externally funded projects advancing sustainable fisheries and environmental management. The first project applies molecular forensic techniques to trace and verify seafood provenance supporting regulatory compliance and fisheries management. The second project explores eDNA as a non-invasive tool for better understanding ecosystem response to oxygen supplementation in Macquarie Harbour. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a team environment to aid in the development of innovative molecular approaches that inform policy and practice in fisheries and environmental research. This role is with the Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies and sits within the Aquaculture Environment team with close linkages to the Forensic Fisheries Lab.

What youll do:

• Undertake molecular laboratory work across a range of sample types.
• Manage and analyse sequencing data building bioinformatic pipelines.
• Implement and develop molecular methods to better understand oxygen dynamics within Macquarie Harbour.
• Enhance accessibility of data streams using platforms such as R studio Tasmanian Marine Atlas and ArcGIS.
• Undertake high-quality research/scholarly activities under limited supervision either independently or as a member of a team.

What were looking for:

• A four-year tertiary qualification in marine sciences.
• A demonstrated ability and understanding of research in the fields of molecular biology aquaculture environment interactions and applied environmental science.
• Demonstrated experience in molecular techniques including DNA extraction amplification and sequencing using Oxford Nanopore Technology and/or Illumina sequencing and handling bioinformatics pipelines.
• Demonstrated experience in the analysis interpretation and display of data using R Studio.
• Experience in handling large datasets including proficiency and familiarity with the IMMERSE database and Tasmanias Marine Atlas.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $125877 comprising base salary within the range of $83198 to $107587 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current 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.
• 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 Camille White Camille White
• Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Position DescriptionJunior Research Fellow .pdf

Applications close Tuesday 16 December 2025 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

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To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.