Position Number: 0064844
Location: Dookie, Victoria
Role type: Full Time; Fixed-Term for 24 Months
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Science
Salary: UoM Level A - $83,468 - $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
- Drive sustainable livestock production research.
- Collaborate with leading scientists and industry partners.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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As a Research Fellow in Sustainable Livestock Production at the University of Melbourne, you'll play a crucial role in validating on-farm adoption of methane reduction strategies for sheep and dairy cattle. You'll have the opportunity to conduct groundbreaking research using advanced technologies to measure enteric methane emissions and contribute to developing practical, effective solutions for emissions reduction in the livestock industry. This position is primarily based at Dookie campus.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct Livestock Feeding Studies: Design and implement feeding trials on commercial farms and in controlled settings to assess methane reduction strategies.
- Measure Enteric Methane Emissions: Utilise cutting-edge technologies such as GreenFeed and Open Path Laser-FTIR systems to accurately measure emissions in sheep and cattle.
- Analyse Data and Report Findings: Process and interpret complex data sets, prepare research reports, and contribute to high-impact publications.
- Collaborate with Industry Partners: Engage with commercial producers and industry stakeholders to foster partnerships and ensure real-world applicability of research outcomes.
You may be a great fit if you:
You have a PhD (or are near completion) in Animal Science, Veterinary Science, or a related discipline, with proven experience in conducting animal feeding trials and measuring greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural systems.
You may also be a great fit if you:
- Possess outstanding written and oral communication abilities.
- Have a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrate excellent data analysis and statistical skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Show aptitude for engaging with industry partners and stakeholders.
- Are willing to travel frequently and work occasional non-standard hours.
For further information please 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
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Science
The School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences (SAFES) has a vision of science for flourishing environments and communities. The School brings together diverse discipline strengths to lead the development of new interdisciplinary thinking and highimpact solutions for global challenges relating to climate change, food security, healthy food systems, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices. Our expertise spans biophysical, social and technical sciences, and we support a large cohort of PhD students across these domains.
The School teaches a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including the Bachelor of Agriculture, several majors of the Bachelor of Science and, and six Master coursework programs: Master of Agricultural Sciences, Master of Ecosystem Management and Conservation, Master of Food and Packaging Innovation, Master of Food Science, Master of Urban Horticulture and Master of Environment.
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Oliver Bukasa via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
