Postdoctoral Research Fellow/research Fellow In Crop Quantitative Genetics

Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI)

St Lucia, Queensland, Australia
Base: $83,698.91 - $111,431.10 (level a) or $117,1...
Hybrid
Quantitative genetics expertise
Crop genomics knowledge
Plant breeding experience
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of canola breeding by developing cutting-edge predictive breeding methods

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of canola breeding by developing cutting-edge predictive breeding methods.
  • The position involves utilizing state-of-the-art technologies including genomics, artificial intelligence, and speed breeding to optimize selection strategies.
  • Candidates will benefit from working alongside leaders in the field within an environment that encourages interdisciplinary collaborations at a Group of Eight university.

Matching Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of canola breeding by developing cutting-edge predictive breeding methods.

Salary

Base: $83,698.91 - $111,431.10 (Level A) or $117,120.53 - $138,769.70 (Level B); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% Superannuation, up to 26 weeks paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Quantitative genetics expertise
  • Crop genomics knowledge
  • Plant breeding experience
  • Genomic prediction methods
  • Artificial intelligence application
  • Speed breeding techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative research mindset
  • Industry partnership development
  • Grant writing capability
  • Mentoring and supervision skills
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Quantitative Genetics or Plant Breeding
  • Evidence of publications in refereed journals
  • Track record of obtaining external research funding
  • Experience supervising students
  • Right to work in Australia verification

Work Rights

Verification of right to work required; sponsorship available for interstate/overseas candidates

Sponsorship: available

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