Research Officer
Job No.: 674522
Location: Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: 3 year fixed term
Remuneration: HEW 06 ($93,496 - $100,918) + 17% Super
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Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
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Join our inclusive, collaborative community
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Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The Research Officer in Biodiversity Data Science position at Monash University is in the School of Biological Sciences. Monash University is globally renowned for excellence in research and education. Our mission is to lead the world in the life sciences, with a focus on evolutionary biology, conservation biology, ecology, and genetics and genomics.
Our ARC SRI Securing Antarctica’s Environmental Future (SAEF) program is a leading international initiative focused on forecasting environmental change in Antarctica. Through interdisciplinary research, we aim to implement effective stewardship strategies, ensuring the region remains a natural reserve dedicated to peace and science. With 30 global organisations and over 50 researchers involved, we are shaping the future of environmental policy in the face of climate change.
We are looking for a Research Officer in Biodiversity Data Science to join the team working on climate change impacts on biodiversity, biological invasions, and biodiversity policy on a global scale, including on Antarctica. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge environmental and biodiversity data science projects. You will play an integral role in maintaining research equipment, overseeing field activities in the Antarctic, and ensuring a safe and compliant research environment.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
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Plan, implement and coordinate a range of research and administrative tasks including providing laboratory/research support services, scheduling bookings, administering trials, experiments, treatments or questionnaires, data collection, input and analysis and preparing results in accordance with established research objectives, timeframes and protocols
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Provide supervision, training and guidance to staff where applicable, including overseeing compliance with technical or research standards and protocols
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Keep abreast of developments, activities and protocols in relevant research areas through liaison with staff and peers, reading relevant literature and attending meetings and seminars
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Prepare reports and other documentation for research leaders, committees, funding bodies and other relevant stakeholders
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Ensure compliance with established research methodology, policy, protocols, OHS and regulatory requirements and take steps to identify and minimise OHS risks where appropriate
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Actively participate in and implement continuous improvement activities relating to project, research or technical procedures and quality assurance standards
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Build and sustain effective working relationships with a network of colleagues, research collaborators and other stakeholders to support and facilitate research objectives
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree related to Biodiversity Data Science, with subsequent experience, specialist expertise, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. They need strong analytical, technical, data analysis, and research skills, particularly in R programming, and experience in managing biodiversity and environmental information systems.
The candidate must possess excellent organizational and project coordination skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. They should be capable of working both independently and as part of a team, using sound judgment and initiative while adhering to protocols and ethical standards.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders and resolve complex issues. The candidate should also be experienced with advanced technologies and software, and able to quickly adapt to new systems.
Why Join Us?
Monash University is a dynamic and research-intensive institution with a strong global reputation. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in an innovative academic environment and contribute to our mission of producing world-class graduates equipped with cutting-edge skills.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to
'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Prof. Melodie McGeoch, School of Biological Sciences, SAEF. Melodie.McGeoch@monash.edu
Position Description: Research Officer
Applications Close: 26th February 2025 at 11:55PM
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