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Organisation/Company: UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Research Field: Agricultural sciences, Environmental science, Geosciences Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Country: Australia Application Deadline: 2 May 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract: Other Job Status: Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description POSITION NO: 0065689 CLASSIFICATION: Level B SALARY: $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-Term FLEXIBLE 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: HOW TO APPLY: Online applications are preferred. Go to 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 Williams Email: giovanni.turchini@unimelb.edu.au / kjhw@unimelb.edu.au Please do not send your application to this contact. Acknowledgement of Country The University of Melbourne acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the unceded land on which we work, learn and live: the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, and the Dja Dja Wurrung people. We recognise the unique place held by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the original owners and custodians of the lands and waterways across the Australian continent. Position Summary The 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) aimed at understanding and supporting transitions in digital irrigation in the Murray Darling Basin. The successful applicant will be based regionally at one of the OneBasin CRC hubs in either Mildura 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. Key Responsibilities A Research Fellow (Level B) is expected to contribute to the research effort of the institution and to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly, research, and/or professional activities relevant to the profession or discipline. 1. RESEARCH Conduct internationally competitive research in social science related to agricultural extension and advisory systems in digital agriculture. Work collaboratively with other researchers in the digital agriculture and irrigation projects of the OneBasin CRC. Contribute to and publish academic papers and other scholarly outputs to a high academic standard. Actively participate in research seminars, and national and international conferences. Supervise HDR students as required. Present research to the public to elevate public awareness of educational and scientific developments. Undertake administrative functions connected with the area of research. 2. Selection Criteria ESSENTIAL Awarded PhD in social science related to agriculture, environmental science, or cultural and natural resource management. Demonstrated experience in working with stakeholders such as farmers and technology companies. A demonstrated aptitude for independent research with a sound publication record. Demonstrated experience in supervising research students. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a diverse workforce. DESIRABLE Familiarity with issues in the Murray Darling Basin related to water management. Current drivers license. Willingness to live, work and travel in regional and remote areas. 3. Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and bullying. 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. Other Information The 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, and sustainable agricultural practices. 5.3 THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a leading international university with a tradition of excellence in teaching and research. #J-18808-Ljbffr