Associate Research Fellow, Avian Behaviour
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Work type: Full-time
Location: Melbourne - Burwood
Categories: Science
* Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
* Full-time and fixed term for 2.5 years
Level A $80,065 - $107,633 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)
The Associate Research Fellow in Avian Behaviour will initiate and conduct research into bird behaviour, ecology and evolution: specifically the escape behaviour of two threatened bird species (the hooded plover, and helmeted honeyeater). The work forms part of an ARC-funded project “Evolving escape: anti-predator adaptations in threatened bird species”.
As an Associate Research Fellow, Avian Behaviour, you will:
* Carry out an extensive field-based research programme in bird behaviour
* Engage collaboratively to produce novel and high-quality research outputs in high-impact international journals
* Utilise knowledge of the latest literature and methods relevant to avian behaviour, ecology and evolution
* Develop and employ skills in the analysis of biological data
* Exhibit excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-management skills (e.g., with BirdLife Australia, DEECA, Zoos Victoria)
To be successful, you’ll have:
* A PhD in a relevant discipline
* Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish high-quality research
* Experience, skills and capacity to conduct independent field studies of bird behaviour in remote locations and for extended periods of time
* Proven capacity to design and manage a research project
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume, a brief cover letter, and responses to the Key Selection Criteria by clicking the 'Apply' button.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Matthew Symonds (Associate Head of School, Burwood) on 03 9251 7437
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Applications for this position close on 14 May 2025.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
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