Associate Research Fellow, Avian BehaviourApply now Job no: 571425Work type: Full-timeLocation: Melbourne - BurwoodCategories: ScienceBased at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangementsFull-time and fixed term for 2.5 yearsLevel 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 behaviourEngage collaboratively to produce novel and high-quality research outputs in high-impact international journalsUtilise knowledge of the latest literature and methods relevant to avian behaviour, ecology and evolutionDevelop and employ skills in the analysis of biological dataExhibit 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 disciplineDemonstrated ability to conduct and publish high-quality researchExperience, skills and capacity to conduct independent field studies of bird behaviour in remote locations and for extended periods of timeProven capacity to design and manage a research projectHere'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 7437For 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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