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 using state-of-the-art technologies

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of canola breeding by developing cutting-edge predictive breeding methods using state-of-the-art technologies.
  • The position involves contributing to an innovative research program in quantitative genetics while collaborating with diverse research and industry partners.
  • Candidates will benefit from world-class facilities, grant writing support, and genuine career progression opportunities within 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 using state-of-the-art technologies.

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
  • Genomics and AI application
  • External research funding acquisition

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership through mentoring
  • Collaborative industry partnerships
  • Supervision of higher degree students
  • High quality teaching capability
  • Internal service role contributions

Key Requirements

  • Completion or near completion of PhD in Quantitative Genetics or Plant Breeding
  • Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals
  • Track record of obtaining external research funding
  • Right to work in Australia verification required

Work Rights

Verification of right to work in Australia required

Sponsorship: available

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