Benefits

- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
- Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Postdoctoral Research Associate (Corridors for Carnaby)

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Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Science

- Build your research profile through collaborative, field-based and applied conservation science.
- Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis until April 2029.
- Base salary range: Level A, Step 8: $116,866 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Biological Sciences at The University of Western Australia is a leading multidisciplinary school delivering world-class teaching and research across areas including ecology and conservation, computational biology, evolutionary biology, neuroscience and science communication.

With a strong research culture and extensive field-based expertise, the School supports a vibrant community of academic staff and research students working on globally relevant environmental challenges.

About the opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative research program focused on ecological restoration and conservation through the Corridors for Carnaby initiative.





Working under the guidance of a senior academic, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact research and translating scientific findings into real-world restoration outcomes.

In this role, you will:

- Contribute to the design and delivery of restoration ecology and conservation research projects, including fieldwork and laboratory activities.
- Lead and support field campaigns such as vegetation monitoring, seed science, soil and ecological assessments.
- Apply statistical analysis and ecological interpretation to generate high-quality research outputs, including technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.
- Engage with community stakeholders and project partners to support knowledge translation and practical conservation outcomes.
- Support project reporting and contribute to program delivery, governance and team activities.

About you

- PhD in botany, ecology, conservation biology, environmental science or other professional qualifications relevant to these disciplines.
- Demonstrated commitment in participating in high quality research evidenced by publications of high quality in peer-reviewed and respected scholarly journals.




- Demonstrated ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles.
- Experience in ecological restoration and/or conservation science, including field-based research.

Note

Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date

11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 5 August 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a solid research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a secure environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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📌 Postdoctoral Research Associate (Corridors for Carnaby) (Perth)
🏢 University Of Western Australia
📍 Perth