Postdoctoral Research Associate

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cutting-edge research programs integrating microbiomes to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability
• Conduct collaborative research in areas such as plant–microbial interactions, metabolomics, RNAi, and soil systems
• Produce high-quality research outputs, including peer-reviewed publications and synthesis papers
• Support externally funded research projects and deliver outcomes aligned with funded proposals
• Engage with industry stakeholders, including growers, to translate research into practical outcomes
• Build research capability and contribute to data management, team initiatives, and postgraduate activities

Requirements

• PhD (or near completion) in soil science, plant science, microbial ecology, or a related discipline
• Proven track record of high-quality research outputs, including publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Demonstrated expertise in microbiome research, metabolomics, and/or RNAi in soil or plant systems
• Experience contributing to collaborative and externally funded research, ideally with industry engagement
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

• Flexible working options considered
• 17% superannuation
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (after one year of service)
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more
• Salary packaging options
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service

About the Company

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a globally recognised Group of Eight university, ranked among the world’s top institutions. The School of Agriculture and Environment is located in one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots and is internationally recognised for excellence in Agricultural, Soil, and Environmental Sciences.