Role type: Full time, Fixed term for two years
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/ School: School of Biosciences
Salary: Level A, $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to cutting-edge reptile research / Develop expertise in macroecology and biogeography / Work with leading International researchers.

• Apply now to advance reptile conservation through innovative research and data analysis.

• 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
As a Research Fellow in Professor Shai Meiri's laboratory, you'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking research into reptile diversity, evolution, and biogeography. You'll generate and analyse trait and geographic data to develop global-level hypotheses and conservation prioritisation schemes. This role offers you the chance to contribute to high-impact publications, present at International conferences, and develop your research skills in a supportive academic environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct High-Quality Research: Generate and analyse data on reptile diversity, evolution, and biogeography to investigate global-level patterns and processes.
• Contribute to Academic Output: Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at seminars and conferences.
• Collaborate and Mentor: Engage with professional bodies and stakeholders and contribute to supervising research students.
• Support Research Activities: Maintain detailed data records, contribute to research proposals, and participate in school activities.

You may be a great fit if:

You are a dedicated researcher with a PhD in reptile macroecology or a related field, possessing strong analytical skills and a passion for understanding and conserving reptile diversity.

You may also:

• Have completed or are near completing a PhD in reptile macroecology or a related discipline.
• Possess high proficiency in spatial analysis and experience analysing trait and spatial data.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of reptile/vertebrate diversity and a sound publication record.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, with the ability to work cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Show strong organisational skills and the ability to manage research projects with limited supervision.

Your new team – “Biosciences”
The University of Melbourne's School of BioSciences offers a dynamic research environment, with over 150 academic staff addressing critical biological challenges across diverse fields. From climate change and biosecurity to reproductive health and food production, the school leads more than 240 research projects in areas such as ecology, evolution, marine biology, genetics, and data science.

Formed in 2015, the School of BioSciences brings together expertise from botany, genetics, and zoology, creating a powerhouse of biological research and teaching. With 240 research higher degree students, the school is organised into two main research domains: Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and Molecular and Systems Biology. This structure, combined with cross-disciplinary collaborations, has positioned the school as a major recipient of grant and contract funding, while also contributing significantly to undergraduate programs in science, biomedical science, and environmental science.

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The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.