Role type: Part Time (0.6 FTE); Fixed-Term for 18 Months Faculty: Faculty of Science Department/ School: School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences Salary: UoM 6: $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super

Bring animal behaviour expertise to poultry welfare / undertake detailed video coding and analysis to support automation / flexible part‑time research role.

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In this part‑time role, you will provide specialist technical and scientific support for research into poultry behaviour and welfare. A significant component of the role will involve desk‑based coding and analysis of animal behaviour from video to support automated monitoring and research. You will also contribute to experimental studies, coordinate research trials and manage laboratory and field‑based research infrastructure, while providing technical guidance and training to students and researchers.

What you will deliver:

- Provide specialist technical and scientific support for poultry behaviour and welfare research projects.
- Undertake detailed coding and analysis of animal behaviour from video to support automated monitoring systems and research outcomes.
- Contribute to experimental design, data collection, analysis and preparation of reports, publications and presentations.
- Coordinate research and commercial trials, including scheduling, logistics, stakeholder communication and on‑site activities.
- Manage laboratory and field infrastructure, monitoring equipment, procedures and compliance with ethics and safety requirements.
- Provide technical training and guidance to students and researchers in research methods, animal welfare practices and use of equipment.

You may be a great fit if you:

- Hold a degree in animal science, veterinary bioscience, biology or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrate sound knowledge of animal behaviour and welfare, with strong commitment to ethical research practice.
- Bring experience contributing technical, laboratory, field or analytical support to successful research projects.
- Possess excellent organisational skills to manage competing priorities and deliver projects within agreed timeframes.
- Apply practical knowledge of research compliance, including animal ethics, biosafety and occupational health and safety.




- Engage confidently with students, colleagues and industry partners, building collaborative relationships across disciplines.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‑being
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‑life balance and well‑being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
- Health and well‑being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

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Application Essentials

You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions.

Applications close: 3 September 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description

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