"Research Fellow in Forest Resource Assessment"

Role type: Full-Time; Fixed term for 12 months

Faculty: Faculty of Science

Department/School: School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences

Salary: Level A: $85,555 - $116,094 p.a. plus 17% super

• Shape sustainable regional development
• Collaborate with industry and academia
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

As a Research Fellow in the Forest and Landscape Dynamics Research Group, you'll lead the forest resource assessment component of a groundbreaking project. You'll apply remote sensing and participatory GIS mapping to develop a framework guiding sustainable forestry investments. Working with leading institutions and industry partners, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of regional forestry development across Australia.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct Innovative Research: Lead forest resource assessments using remote sensing and participatory GIS mapping to develop investment frameworks for sustainable forestry.
• Collaborate and Publish: Work closely with project investigators, contribute to high-impact publications, and present findings at conferences and seminars.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Liaise with industry partners and government bodies to ensure practical relevance of research outcomes.
• Support Student Development: Contribute to teaching and supervision of research students, primarily at the undergraduate level.

You may be a great fit if: You are a dedicated researcher with a PhD in forest ecology or a related field, possessing strong GIS and remote sensing skills, and the ability to design and implement field-based research programs while collaborating effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

You may also:

• Have a PhD (or be near completion) in forest ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• Possess demonstrated experience in GIS, remote sensing, or participatory mapping.
• Have a track record of publishing research in relevant areas, commensurate with your experience.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Show the ability to work cooperatively in a multi-disciplinary research environment.
• Have experience in engaging with industry stakeholders and fostering collaborative partnerships.

What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being, Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance, Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program. For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team - School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences: The School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences (SAFES) has a vision of flourishing environments and communities. The school 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, healthy food systems, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices.

Science at Melbourne is a global leader across discovery and applied scientific research and education. We are committed to the values of curiosity, excellence, impact and integrity. With deep disciplinary knowledge our faculty is uniquely positioned to take a globally leading role in understanding, exploring and shaping our world and humanity, within a truly comprehensive Faculty of Science.