Postdoctoral Research Associate

UWA School of Agriculture and EnvironmentFull-time appointment on a fixed term basis for until June 2028.Base salary range: Level A $83499 $112371; Level B $118150 $139812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.About the areaThis position will support research within the Terrestrial Ecosystem Research Network (TERN) at UWA. TERN is a national network funded by the Australian Governments National Collaborative Research Infrastructure Strategy (NCRIS) with activities in WA co-funded by the Government of Western Australian. TERN is housed within the School of Agriculture and Environment at UWA. There is a national network of regional hubs each with research leaders students and technical officers. The WA node of TERN is responsible for representing operating and translating activities of TERNs Australian Environmental Observatory with respect to inputs and outputs of relevance to WA.About the opportunityDevelop expertise in research and associated technical activities within the TERN project with an increasing degree of autonomy as skills and experience are gainedProactively support the management delivery and operational functions of the TERN projectWe are seeking a motivated individual with a collaborative approach and a willingness to learn. While the appointee may not currently possess all the required skills and experience they will be supported to develop the necessary capabilitiesAbout you PhD in plant biology agricultural systems climate science or a related discipline.Commitment to developing innovative and effective approaches to teaching and learning in areas related to environmental monitoring ecology or data analysis.Willingness to engage in training or mentoring of students and collaborators in field and laboratory techniques under supervision.Demonstrated ability or potential to participate in high-quality research with evidence of or potential for publication in peer-reviewed journals.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in conducting fieldwork and laboratory analyses.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and relate effectively to staff students and stakeholders at all levels.Note: Ability and willingness to work safely from heights (up to 40 m) for field instrumentation and maintenanceA current C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.Position description: PD - Research Associate - or PD - Research Fellow - To learn more about this opportunity please contact Caitlin Moore How to applyPlease 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.Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday 11 December 2025This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in AustraliaAbout the UniversityThe 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.Learn more about us.Our commitment to inclusion and diversityUWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Laboratory Experience,ELISA,Immunoassays,Mammalian Cell Culture,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Microscopy,Research Laboratory Experience,Western Blot Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1