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Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNEResearch Field: Agricultural sciences, Environmental science, GeosciencesResearcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)Country: AustraliaApplication Deadline: 2 May 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)Type of Contract: OtherJob Status: Full-timeIs the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programmeIs the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? NoOffer DescriptionPOSITION NO: 0065689CLASSIFICATION: Level BSALARY: $119,231-$141,581 p.a (pro rata for part time)SUPERANNUATION: Employer contribution of 17%WORKING HOURS: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fixed-TermFLEXIBLE EMPLOYMENT: The University of Melbourne is strongly committed to supporting diversity and flexibility in the workplace. Applications for part-time or other flexible working arrangements will be welcomed and will be fully considered subject to meeting the inherent requirements of the position.OTHER BENEFITS: View benefitsHOW TO APPLY: Online applications are preferred. Go to here, select the relevant option (Current Staff or Prospective Staff), then find the position by title or number.CONTACT FOR ENQUIRIES ONLY:Name: Prof Giovanni Turchini / Kathryn WilliamsEmail: giovanni.turchini@unimelb.edu.au / kjhw@unimelb.edu.auPlease do not send your application to this contact.Position SummaryThe School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences is searching for an outstanding academic with a passion for social science, agricultural extension and digital irrigation to fill a new position in our Rural Innovation Research Group. In this role you will work on a large, transdisciplinary project funded by the One Basin Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) (OneBasin CRC) and its partners which is aimed at understanding and supporting transitions in digital irrigation in the Murray Darling Basin with a focus on agricultural extension and advisor systems. You will contribute to this project and other activities in both the School and the OneBasin CRC and make significant contributions to research that advance academic knowledge and benefit Murray Darling Basin agricultural communities, as well as the broader community, through effective engagement and outreach activities.The successful applicant will be based regionally at one of the OneBasin CRC hubs in either Midura in Victoria or Griffith in New South Wales and will be required to travel throughout the Murray Darling Basin for research activities, events and meetings.They will work closely with the Agricultural Economics Group and the Rural Innovation Research Group in the School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystems Sciences and project partners in the OneBasin CRC.We encourage applicants from under-represented groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. To allow us to consider performance relative to opportunity, we also invite applicants to provide a brief statement (up to 1 page) that describes circumstances that may have affected their career development or progression, including career interruptions or delays, periods of part-time work, or forms of bias they have experienced.As with all positions, career achievements will be interpreted relative to opportunity, including career disruptions due to caring responsibilities, time in industry, illness etc.1. Key ResponsibilitiesA Research Fellow (Level B) is expected to make contributions to the research effort of the institution and to carry out activities to maintain and develop his/her scholarly, research, and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline.1.1 RESEARCHThe appointee will be expected to:Conduct internationally competitive research in the area(s) of social science related to agricultural extension and advisory systems in digital agriculture resulting in publications in high impact journals in collaboration with senior academic staff.Work collaboratively with other researchers in the digital agriculture and irrigation projects of the OneBasin CRC and the broader OneBasin CRC community.Conduct international standard research in the social science area(s) related to agricultural extension and advisory systems, digital agriculture and/or social dimensions of innovation and adaptation.Contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard in accordance with the research expectations of the University of Melbourne.Contribute to the preparation, or where appropriate individual preparation, of research proposal submissions to internal or external funding bodies as relevant.Actively participate in research seminars, and national and international conferences.Supervise HDR students as required, to ensure the timely completion of their research.Contribute to developing networks within the discipline and with other universities, institutions and communities, both nationally and internationally, to support collaboration.Present research to the public to elevate public awareness of educational and scientific developments and promote critical enquiry and public debate within the community.Undertake administrative functions and obligations primarily connected with the staff members area of research.1.2 LEADERSHIP AND SERVICEThe appointee will be expected to:Actively participate at School meetings and contribute to planning activities or committee work to support capacity building in the School/discipline.Be involved in professional activity in the discipline.Effectively demonstrate and promote the Universitys values including diversity and inclusion and high standards of ethics and integrity.1.3 OTHER DUTIESThe appointee will be expected to:Perform other tasks as requested by the supervisor or the Head of School.Actively participate in the University Professional Development Framework.Undertake Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) responsibilities as outlined in section 4.2. Selection Criteria2.1 ESSENTIALAwarded PhD in social science related to agriculture, environmental science or cultural and natural resource management.Demonstrated experience in working with stakeholders such as farmers, farm advisors, technology companies, water managers, irrigation suppliers and managers and expertise in one or more of the following areas: research and development, agricultural extension, community engagement or farm practice change.A demonstrated aptitude for independent research, with a sound publication record in relevant areas, commensurate with experience and relative to opportunity.Demonstrated experience in supervising research students, relative to opportunity.Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to build positive, professional relationships and communicate well with staff and collaborators including research, industry and farming and community stakeholders and audiences.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially within a diverse workforce.2.2 DESIRABLEFamiliarity with issues in the Murray Darling Basin related to water management.Familiarity with agricultural extension arrangements and agricultural advisory systems in Australia.Current drivers license.Willingness to live, work and travel in regional and remote areas.2.3 OTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATIONThis position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.3. Equal Opportunity, Diversity and InclusionThe University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. The University makes decisions on employment, promotion, and reward on the basis of merit.The University is committed to all aspects of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to providing all staff, students, contractors, honorary appointees, volunteers and visitors with a safe, respectful and rewarding environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation. This commitment is set out in the Advancing Melbourne strategy that addresses diversity and inclusion, equal employment opportunity, discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying and appropriate workplace behaviour. All staff are required to comply with all University policies.4. Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)All staff are required to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of other personnel who may be affected by their conduct.5. Other Information5.1 SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND ECOSYSTEM SCIENCESThe School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences (SAFES) brings together diverse discipline strengths to lead the development of new interdisciplinary thinking and high-impact solutions for global challenges relating to climate change, food security, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices.5.3 THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNEEstablished in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research. The main campus in Parkville is recognised as the hub of Australias premier knowledge precinct comprising eight hospitals, many leading research institutes and a wide range of knowledge-based industries. With outstanding performance in international rankings, the University is at the forefront of higher education in the Asia-Pacific region and the world.Further information about working at The University of Melbourne is available at here. #J-18808-Ljbffr