Research Fellow: Phosphorus & Potassium Fertilisers

Times Higher Education; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Adelaide University is seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to a multi-party funded fertiliser project. You will conduct laboratory and glasshouse experiments to develop more efficient phosphorus and potassium fertilisers aimed at improved crop nutrition for Australian and international farmers.

Reporting to the Director of the Fertiliser Technology Research Centre, you will work in a multidisciplinary team, apply advanced techniques, analyse data, and present findings to industry partners

Qualifications

• Evidence of contribution towards research relevant to the chemical behaviour of phosphorus or potassium fertilisers and/or soil related compounds.
• Experience in laboratory and glasshouse based experimental design, including statistical analysis and interpretation of data.
• Experimental operation of advanced laboratory and technical equipment to enhance research outcomes
• Experience in collaborating with a team of researchers, external industry partners and colleagues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to present research to industry partners and the wider agricultural sector.
• Ability to supervise support staff and research students.
• Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, and ability to contribute to the diversity of the school community.
• Understanding of Wellbeing and Safety principles and practices especially related to laboratory chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory and glasshouse experiments to improve fertiliser performance and nutrient release.
• Analyse data and interpret results to inform project decisions and reporting.
• Present research findings to industry partners and the broader agricultural sector.
• Collaborate with researchers and industry partners to advance scalable fertiliser technologies.

Education

PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or soil chemistry or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Adelaide University is seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to a multi-party funded fertiliser project. You will conduct laboratory and glasshouse experiments to develop more efficient phosphorus and potassium fertilisers aimed at improved crop nutrition for Australian and international farmers.

Reporting to the Director of the Fertiliser Technology Research Centre, you will work in a multidisciplinary team, apply advanced techniques, analyse data, and present findings to industry partners