Senior Research Fellow

• Research intensive role in electrochemical sensor development for agricultural applications.
• Design prototype and validate fieldready chemical sensors in close collaboration with industry partners.
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until December 2026.
• Base salary range: Level C $144143 $165809 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The UWA School of Agriculture and Environment is a School with a commitment to quality teaching and high-impact research. It spans the broad disciplines of Agricultural and Resource Economics Agricultural Science and Environmental Science.

The School is surrounded by a wealth of agricultural natural and mining resources. Our teaching and research benefit from a network of national and international collaborators and we have a strong track record in PhD supervision and external research grant success. Teaching and Research is translated into practice and policy through our strong industry and government links in areas related to agricultural and environmental management and regional development.

About the opportunity

• Lead independent research and development of electrochemical sensors for agricultural field applications building on outcomes from the NSCICfunded project and contributing at a national level.
• Design refine and optimise chemical sensor technologies applying expertise in chemical processes formulation prototyping and fieldready validation under diverse conditions.
• Collaborate across research and industry stakeholders operating with a high degree of autonomy while ensuring clear communication rigorous documentation and reporting to the academic supervisor and industry partner.

About you

• PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to their discipline.
• Proven nationallevel research excellence demonstrated through a strong publication record in highquality peerreviewed journals and success in competitive research funding.
• Demonstrated leadership in research training including successful supervision of HDR students.
• Handson technical expertise in chemical engineering and electrochemical sensor development with a clear understanding of their application and value in the agricultural sector.
• Strong team collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description: PD - Senior Research Fellow (522554).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Professor Megan Ryan at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday 9 March 2026.

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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