Edith Cowan University
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At ECU we're inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education.
Empowered by her legacy, we're united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.
Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.
School of Science
The School of Science has a strong track record of excellence in teaching and research in Mathematics, Data Science Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Physics, Conservation Biology, Marine Biology, Environmental Management, Horticulture and Sustainability.
We offer a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses and have active research programs across all disciplines.
Based at both Joondalup and Bunbury campuses of ECU, the School of Science aims to maintain teaching and research excellence through recruitment of current staff.
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Fellow in Fire Ecology.
The successful candidate will work with Associate Professor Rob Davis and external government collaborators to deliver research outcomes on the impacts of prescribed burning on birds in the jarrah forests of WA.
Specifically the candidate will
RESEARCH FELLOW
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$121,442 TO $143,486 pa (LEVEL B)
FIXED TERM (2 YEARS), FULL-TIME
About you




An experienced fire ecologist with an extensive track record researching the impacts of fire on Australian birds is sought for an industry-funded project.
The candidate will require a PhD in fire sciences, extensive research experience on the impacts of fire on Australian birds and have an excellent publication record in major peer-reviewed Q1 journals in the field.
The candidate should have previous experience leading industry-funded projects in partnership with government agencies.
Experience working as a fire scientist in government is preferred as is a working knowledge of prescribed burning in Western Australia and extensive experience with modelling the impacts of fire on biodiversity.
Essential criteria
They will also demonstrate personal attributes that align with the University's values.
Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we're committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees.
Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do.




Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.
Contact
Please contact Associate Professor Rob Davis on ****** or ************
Advert Closure
Applications close Tuesday 13 October at *****pm AWST.
ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
Equity and Diversity
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups.
We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith.
For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.
At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU.
To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.
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📌 Research Fellow (Western Australia)
🏢 Edith Cowan University Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Western Australia