Int Grant-Funded Researcher B (Adelaide)

Position Details Based in the College of Science in the School of Agriculture Food & Wine located at the Waite Campus. Full‑time, fixed term initially offered for three (3) years, with continuation for a further three (3) years subject to satisfactory mid‑term performance review and successful achievement of role requirements and key performance indicators (KPIs). Salary range: Level B – $114,917 – $135,932 per annum (plus 17% superannuation). Responsibilities The role will involve leading research on plant omics for major crops in Australia. Outputs will include new discoveries related to the fundamental understanding of multi‑omics, particularly spatiotemporal transcriptomics, to improve abiotic stress tolerance and quality of wheat, barley and grapevine. The role will be for six years subject to satisfactory mid‑term performance review and meeting key performance indicators. The Team Our team includes leading researchers, educators and industry collaborators, shaping teaching and discovery at Waite campus and beyond. The successful candidate reports to the Professor in Plant Physiology and will be a part of his research team. Location Our campuses host co‑located industry partners, affiliated researchers, and research institutes of international significance, providing opportunities for collaboration and partnership. Experience & Qualifications
- PhD qualification in agriculture, horticulture, plant biology, or a related discipline, with relevant industry experience.
- Demonstrated research excellence in plant biology and omics research, including single‑cell transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, population genetics and crop science.
- Proven expertise in experimental design, research execution, data analysis, interpretation of results and scientific report writing within plant omics and multi‑omics research.
- Solid track record of publications in high‑quality international peer‑reviewed journals and ability to prepare manuscripts for publication.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate and lead research projects, build collaborative partnerships and effectively engage and negotiate with domestic and international industry stakeholders.
- Proven supervision, organisational and interpersonal skills, including successful supervision of Higher Degree by Research students and commitment to organisational values of integrity, respect, excellence, equity, diversity and inclusion. Desired Characteristics
- Ability to think innovatively and critically, and translate research outcomes into practical real‑world applications.
- Knowledge of, and established connections within, the Australian grains and/or horticultural industry. Our Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities. Flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments are supported throughout the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rqu56