"Research Officer"

Job Description:

• Contribute to meaningful marine research in breath-taking locations alongside passionate collaborators.
• Develop advanced analytical and fieldwork skills with real-world impact and career growth potential.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 1 year.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Dr Tim Langlois is responsible for leading fisheries, biodiversity and marine socio-economic within the UWA Oceans Institute and School of Biological Sciences to inform NESP Marine and Coastal Hub, WA Government and related research projects. The group needs a Research Officer who has skills or is willing to learn to use remote video methods for surveying habitat and fish in the field and in video annotation. Experience in R is essential and expertise in spatial modelling and the preparation of graphics would also be a benefit.

We also have growing collaborations with First Nations ranger groups that are increasing our opportunities for enriching and rewarding fieldwork around WA and developing teaching in field methods.

About the opportunity

• Support marine biodiversity and socio-economic research through remote video surveys, data annotation, and fieldwork, including collaborations with First Nations ranger groups.
• Assist with data management, analysis in R, and contribute to reports and publications, while maintaining and operating field equipment.
• Engage in training and mentoring of students and rangers, with opportunities to grow skills in spatial modelling, manuscript authorship, and research leadership.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Biological Science, with an Honours or Masters qualification in a marine related field preferable.
• Experienced at planning and undertaking field trips in remote areas.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team.
• Sound knowledge of non-destructive monitoring techniques for fish and habitat.
• Use R to generate and format data products.

Special Requirements

• Occasional interstate travel may be required.
• Occasional weekend work during field work.
• Some after-hours work may be required.
• Current “C” class driver’s license.
• Current First Aid and CPR (Desirable).

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Tim Langlois at tim.langlois@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 7th November 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

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