• Drive innovation through leading research, state-of-the-art facilities, and industry partnerships.

• Apply now to drive innovation and lead projects tackling agriculture’s greatest challenges.

• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity
In this key leadership role, you will drive innovative research, education, and industry engagement in agriculture and agricultural sciences, shaping the future of sustainable and productive agricultural systems. You will have the opportunity to leverage state-of-the-art research facilities, including the University Farm at Dookie campus, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to the University’s globally recognised expertise .

With access to world-class infrastructure and interdisciplinary networks, you will lead transformative projects focused on crop and plant improvement, climate change adaptation, and the development of novel agricultural technologies and practices that ensure safe, sustainable food production while reducing environmental impact.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Research and Research Training: Undertake internationally competitive research, publish in high-impact journals, secure funding, supervise postgraduate students, and foster industry collaborations.

• Education and Learning: Contribute to teaching programs, develop innovative curricula, deliver high-quality learning experiences in areas like plant sciences, precision agriculture, and mentor junior staff.

• Leadership and Service: Participate in strategic planning, promote public awareness, and uphold University values of diversity, inclusion, and ethical integrity.

• Staff Supervision: Manage performance, provide coaching and career development opportunities, allocate workloads, and ensure staff induction and training.

• Administrative Duties: Undertake administrative tasks, participate in professional development, and ensure occupational health and safety compliance.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an exceptional academic leader with a distinguished international reputation in agriculture and agricultural sciences, committed to driving research excellence, delivering outstanding educational outcomes, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

You also:

• Possess a PhD in a relevant field and an outstanding research track record .

• Demonstrate exceptional teaching and curriculum development skills in areas like plant sciences, crop production, and digital agriculture technologies.

• Have a proven ability to secure research funding and manage large-scale projects.

• Exhibit strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Possess a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ethical conduct.

• Have experience in supervising and mentoring staff and students.