Overview

This Research Officer position offers a unique opportunity to join a busy research team, and provide support for a diverse range of ecological and conservation research activities, including Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary and other research and conservation sites. The role will include extensive experience in plant and animal surveying, and the delivery of species reintroductions projects. The successful candidate will be involved in tasks including wildlife surveying, logistics planning and support, data management, stakeholder engagement and general research support.

The ANU College of Science (CoS) comprises: the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Research School of Biology, the Research School of Chemistry, the Research School of Earth Science, the Fenner School of Environment & Society, the Mathematical Sciences Institute, the Research School of Physics and Engineering, and the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science.  Staff and students within the ANU College of Science conduct research and delivers a research-led education program that encompasses the entire breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities.  The College has a strong tradition of research excellence that has fostered distinguished Nobel Laureates and Kyoto Prize winners and that trains scientific leaders in disciplines in which the ANU is consistently ranked in the top twenty in the world.

For more information please contact Adrian Manning, T: 02 6125 5415 E: adrian.manning@anu.edu.au

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A statement addressing the selection criteria.
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
  • Other documents, if required.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results. 

Position Description & Selection Criteria

Advertised: 30 Jun 2021 09:00:00 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 28 Jul 2021 11:55:00 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time