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Research Fellow in Irrigation Science

• Play a crucial role in improving irrigation efficiency, soil impact, and agricultural sustainability
• Outstanding opportunity for an early career researcher in building a research portfolio
• Full time, fixed-term role until June 2027, based in Hobart

About the opportunity

We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow in Irrigation Science in the Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) which is part of the College of Sciences and Engineering.

The role will expand, develop and implement irrigation research on dairy, grazing, rotation and perennial horticultural crops across Tasmania’s premium growing regions. We are looking to appoint an outstanding research-focused early career researcher (Academic Level A) who will be supported to build their own research portfolio and provide leadership in their area of research.

What you’ll do:

• Undertake high-quality research of national and increasingly of international standing.
• Develop and implement TIA’s initiatives for research in irrigation and soil science.
• Work closely with colleagues both within TIA, the Tasmanian Farm innovation Hub and UTAS, and with external stakeholders.
• Participate in awareness raising and extension activities that lead to the adoption of research outcomes ­.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links both inside the University, and externally.

What we’re looking for:

• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• A good record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has achieved national recognition.
• Evidence of contributing to building and maintaining effective and productive links locally and nationally.
• A good record of building and fostering collaborations with other researchers and research teams.
• A knowledge of soil hydrology, irrigation science, agricultural technology and irrigation innovation.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A and will have a total remuneration package of up to $121,737 comprising base salary within the range of $80,462 to $104,049 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Marcus Hardie, Senior Lecturer in Soil Physics, Marcus.Hardie@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 1925
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 500897 - Research Fellow in Irrigation Science.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 6 April 2025, 11.55pm