Weed scientist – precision technologies (wagga wagga city council)

Weed Scientist – Precision Technologies

The Research Fellow will play a key role in advancing a growing research program focused on the development and application of novel weed control technologies for Australian cropping systems. Working with a degree of independence and under the broad guidance of senior academic staff, the incumbent will lead components of research activities, including the identification, evaluation and integration of emerging precision technologies relevant to broadacre agriculture. They will be responsible for generating high‐quality research outputs that demonstrate research excellence and contribute to the strategic goals of the program.

• Lead components of research activities, including the identification, evaluation and integration of emerging precision technologies for broadacre agriculture.
• Generate high‐quality research outputs that demonstrate research excellence.
• Contribute to designing, implementing and analysing field and glasshouse experiments, preparing scholarly publications and producing reports for industry and funding partners.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the University and external partners to deliver research outcomes that benefit industry, regional communities and the broader agricultural sector.
• Actively contribute to major research projects, establishing and strengthening collaborative relationships with WMI research partners, technology developers, commercial providers and start‐ups.
• Participate in the supervision, training and mentoring of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Engage in broader research and scholarly activities of Charles Sturt University, contributing to enhancing the University's academic reputation and its engagement with industry, government and the wider professional community.

• Completion of a research higher degree (Ph D) recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework related to weed science, agronomy, crop protection, biology, ecology or environmental sciences.
• Demonstrated experience in independently conducting field and/or controlled environment‐based research, including experimental design, implementation, data analysis and reporting, within a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with industry partners, research collaborators and professional networks to support the achievement of research objectives.
• Track record of contributing to high quality, peer‐reviewed research outputs, including evidence of developing new or refined research methods or analytical approaches.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, accurate and targeted research communications for academic audiences, industry stakeholders, growers, agronomists and project partners.
• Sound understanding of relevant cropping systems, weed ecology, and contemporary weed management challenges in agricultural production.

Level A – AUD80,046 to AUD108,204p.a.
Level B – AUD113,841 to AUD134,965p.a.
17% superannuation

Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga campus, New South Wales, Australia. The campus offers world‐class life sciences laboratory facilities, high‐quality glass houses and is surrounded by a 5,000‐ha university‐managed commercial farm, providing onsite opportunities for research translation.

03/29/2026