School of Biological Sciences
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months with the possibility of extension.
- Base salary range: Level A, $80,520 – $108,362 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The School of Biological Sciences is a large and multidisciplinary team of more than 80 high-calibre academic and professional staff delivering world-class education and research programmes to approximately 600 undergraduate and postgraduate students
About the opportunity
- Accelerate the process of species discovery, classification, and documentation in the largest and least explored oceanic realm – the deep, open ocean or midwater
- Explore the visual system of midwater animals using behavioural, optical, and electrophysiological techniques, with a focus on new species
- Design and run experiments to test hypotheses of sensory evolution and their effects on midwater communities
About you
- A PhD in neuroscience or related field
- Demonstrated ability to design and conduct laboratory research
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
- Demonstrated ability to publish in high impact scientific journals
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work within budgets and report according to specifications
Position description: 
POSITION DESCRIPTION - [Research Associate (Evolutionary Biology)] - Level [A] (1).pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Jan Hemmi at jan.hemmi@uwa.edu.au
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 Thursday, 24 July 2025
This position is open to international applicants.
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 Australia’s top university.
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