The Australian National University (ANU) is offering a rare opportunity to contribute to Australia's preparedness for wheat blast, an emerging global threat to food security.
This position integrates field and glasshouse phenotyping, pre-breeding, and genetic and molecular analysis within a highly collaborative program spanning Australia and Brazil.
Based at the NSW DPIRD Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute, the appointee will undertake extended annual placements at the Universidade Federal de Viçosa, gaining hands-on experience at the centre of wheat blast emergence.Experience Level: PhD in Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related fieldBest Fit: Candidates with ambition to build a career in field crop disease researchDeadline: September 2, ****Position Postdoctoral FellowProject Wheat blast preparedness for AustraliaInstitution Australian National University (ANU)Location NSW DPIRD Wagga Wagga (primary) + Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil (annual placements)Qualification PhD in Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related fieldClassification Academic Level ASalary $91,546 - $114,906 per annum + 17% superannuationDuration Continuing (Contingent Funded) - expected end date June ****Term Full-timeDeadline September 2, ****Reference ******Contact Professor Peter Solomon -What Makes This Position Stand OutThis position offers a rare prospect to contribute to Australia's preparedness for wheat blast, an emerging global threat to food security, while developing as a future national leader in this space.
The role integrates field and glasshouse phenotyping, pre-breeding, and genetic and molecular analysis within a highly collaborative program spanning Australia and Brazil.Designed as a development-focused role,



the position provides structured training, international exposure, and ownership of key research outputs, equipping the successful candidate with the unique, end-to-end expertise needed to build and lead wheat blast capability in Australia.Who Should ApplyWe are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow with a strong foundation in plant pathology, plant breeding, or genetics and a clear ambition to build a career in field crop disease research and pre-breeding.Strong candidates will:Have a PhD in Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related fieldBe a hands-on, adaptable scientist excited to integrate field and glasshouse phenotyping with genetic analysis and marker developmentBe eager to develop current skills across these areasThrive in a collaborative, international environmentBring genuine enthusiasm for travel and immersive field-based researchHave strong communication skills and a proactive approach to researchDemonstrate commitment to building Australia's biosecurity capabilityWhat They OfferDetailsSalary $91,546 - $114,906 per annumSuperannuation 17%Term Continuing (Contingent Funded) to June ****Location Wagga Wagga, NSW (primary) + Brazil (annual placements)Training Structured training and international exposureResearch End-to-end expertise in wheat blast researchApplication TipsAddress selection criteria - Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.Highlight plant pathology or breeding experience - Wheat blast research focus.Show international collaboration readiness - Brazil placements are a key component.Include three referees - Preferably including a current or previous supervisor.Closing Date September 2, *********:55 AEST
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📌 Postdoctoral Fellow – Wheat Blast Research – Australian National University,Australia (Wagga Wagga)
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