Research Fellow, Grade 1 (Gold Coast)

Research Fellow – Growing Food Plant Diversity in Community Gardens in Australia The School seeks an experienced Research Fellow to contribute to the project Growing food plant diversity in community gardens in Australia, funded by the Australian Research Council. Key Responsibilities Conduct research that supports the project's objectives. Curate large biophysical and spatial datasets and perform statistical and geospatial modelling & analysis using R and GIS applications, presenting findings. Administer online surveys and process quantitative data. Develop a strong publication record in high-impact, international peer-reviewed journals and pursue competitive funding. Prepare and formulate publications, presentations, and research reports from the research. Assist in mentoring and supervising HDR candidates. Supervise research assistants and technical staff. Qualifications The successful candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent qualifications/work experience in a relevant field. Demonstrated ability to conduct high-quality research and contribute to interdisciplinary projects. Proven experience managing large biophysical/spatial datasets and undertaking statistical and geospatial analysis using R and GIS tools. Track record of publications in peer-reviewed international journals and capacity to secure competitive research funding. Capability to prepare and coordinate high-quality publications, reports, and presentations for academic and stakeholder audiences. Experience supporting and mentoring HDR candidates, fostering research development and collaboration. Demonstrated ability to supervise research assistants/technical staff and contribute effectively to team research delivery. Robust organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outputs to deadlines. Compensation The full-time equivalent base salary for a Research Fellow, Grade 1 is $91,705 – $107,420 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $107,295 – $125,682 per annum. Benefits Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities Flexible work arrangements (on campus and work-from-home options) Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and leave loading Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on-campus gym facilities EEO and Diversity Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, and those with diverse life experiences. Griffith maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against modern slavery. Location Griffith University Gold Coast campus; cross-site work may be required. #J-*****-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rez97