Soil Microbial Ecology Research Fellow

Griffith University Employees, Location, Alumni; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible work options

Salary packaging options

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Job summary

Griffith University in Brisbane seeks a Research Fellow (Level 1‑2) to join the Australian Rivers Institute and School of Environment and Science. You will conduct cutting-edge soil biology and biogeochemistry research, applying molecular microbiology and spectral tech to improve soil health and ecosystem resilience.

The role is fixed-term for 3 years, with 90% research and 10% service, based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) and across campuses as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience in DNA/RNA-based assays to characterise soil microbial communities and in analysing genomic datasets and linking molecular signatures to ecological processes.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in high-impact journals and present at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research on biogeochemical processes and develop sound management practices in natural and managed ecosystems in response to environmental changes.
• Design and conduct DNA/RNA-based assays (metagenomics, amplicon sequencing, qPCR, transcriptomics) to characterise soil microbial communities and functional genes.
• Analyse large genomic datasets, interpret microbial community structure, and link molecular signatures to ecological processes.
• Publish high-quality research outputs in peer-reviewed journals, contribute to grant applications and project reports, and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Supervise and mentor research students and research assistants.
• Collaborate across disciplines and engage with external stakeholders to co-develop research methodologies, support research group activities, and strengthen the School’s research profile and community impact.

Skills

DNA/RNA-based assays

Genomic data analysis

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Microbiology

Job description

Griffith University in Brisbane seeks a Research Fellow (Level 1‑2) to join the Australian Rivers Institute and School of Environment and Science. You will conduct cutting-edge soil biology and biogeochemistry research, applying molecular microbiology and spectral tech to improve soil health and ecosystem resilience.

The role is fixed-term for 3 years, with 90% research and 10% service, based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) and across campuses as needed.