Research Fellowship: social-ecological systems
Job Level(s): Research Academic Level C, Research Academic Level B,Research Academic Level A
Location: Townsville
Closing Date: 18 September 2009
Reference: 9164
Position Statement
The ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies is an internationally renowned research centre encompassing >200 researchers and graduate students. We are seeking a candidate with interests in the interface of biology, economics and social sciences.
Duties and Accountabilities
- Conduct research independently and as part of a team which contributes to the achievement of the aims of the ARC Centre of Excellence, particularly the research program for Resilience of Linked Social-Ecological Systems.
- Contribute to improving understanding of the resilience of linked social-ecological systems.
- Work independently and collaborate with centre staff to apply skills to research problems in the study of the social-ecological systems.
- Publish research in high quality journals.
- Co-supervise graduate students, if appropriate.
Key Selection Criteria
- PhD in related discipline
- Exceptional publication record for stage of career
- Evidence of research ability in one or more discipline(s) relevant to the dynamics of social and/or ecological systems
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills
Enquiries to
Professor Terry Hughes
Terry.Hughes@jcu.edu.au
Employment Type
Appointments will be full-time for a fixed term (research only) of up to three years subject to a probationary period. Suitable candidates may be considered for extension beyond 3 years or for permanent positions
Salary
Academic Level A - $61,856 - $66,282 per annum or
Academic Level B - $69,689 - $82,461 per annum or
Academic Level C - $85,013 - $97,784 per annum.
Level of appointment and commencing salary will be in accordance with qualifications and experience. Benefits include generous employer superannuation contribution and attractive options for salary packaging.
Method of Application
Please forward a full statement of qualifications and career, a one-page outline of future research plans, pdfs of recent publications, names and email addresses of three potential referees, and a cover letter which addresses the selection criteria to the Recruitment Officer, Human Resources, telephone (07) 4781 6586; e-mail jcu.recruitment@jcu.edu.au Please quote reference number 9164.
Alternatively the application may be lodged electronically by using the on-line facility Apply online for this job
