Role type: Full Time; Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Biosciences
Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Support plant genetics research, teach quantitative genetics, and collaborate with universities and industry.
To address the underrepresentation of women in our School's genetics program
In accordance with Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (VIC), this position is open only to female‐identifying candidates.
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Your next career opportunity
The School of Biosciences is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative academic colleague with expertise in genetics/genomics and/or epigenetics, particularly in plant genetics. The successful applicant will have experience in both academic and industry settings and a research program that integrates fundamental evolutionary genetics questions with applied crop‐production projects. Experience working on the genetics of barley and/or sorghum is highly desirable. Strong quantitative skills are required, as teaching will involve undergraduate and postgraduate quantitative genetics.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Undertake internationally competitive independent research, generating outputs such as peer‐reviewed publications, patents, license agreements, government reports, and learning materials.
* Contribute to teaching, including developing and delivering taught materials, marking, and coordinating subjects. As subject coordinators, manage academic colleagues to develop and deliver curricula.
* Participate in School and/or Faculty meetings and play a leadership role in planning activities or committee work to support capacity building and strategic planning.
* Supervise research team members and junior academics as directed by the Head of School, engaging positively in career development.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a passionate and collaborative academic with expertise in plant genetics/genomics.
You may also:
* PhD in genetics, evolutionary biology, or another relevant field of biology.
* Strong evidence of high performance in a postdoctoral research role.
* Demonstrated record of industry experience within the Biotechnology field.
* Excellent track record of conducting research and publishing in top peer‐reviewed academic journals.
* Experience teaching as a teaching assistant, demonstrator, or tutor of any genetics and/or quantitative biology subjects at the tertiary level.
* Track record of successfully mentoring postgraduate research students as a co‐supervisor or recognised mentor.
* Obtained research funding through competitive schemes from internal university sources or small external funding programmes.
* Track record of conducting collaborative research with researchers from multiple teams, either across different units in your home university or at other universities.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment:
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‐being.
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‐life balance.
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
* Health and well‐being services, including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Your new team – School of Biosciences
The School of Biosciences hosts over 60 research groups, 5 research centres, 160 academic staff and 240 research higher‐degree students. Research spans a wide range of topics including ecology and evolution, marine biology, microbial biology, genetics and genomics, animal behaviour, biosecurity, pest management, reproductive biology, systems biology, biological pollution and botany. The school also supports the University of Melbourne's first‐year biology programme, serving 2500+ students each year.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We are committed to a barrier‐free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring, outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
* The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.
For recruitment queries, email Anna Gradoboeva at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.
For job‐specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
Applications close: 19 February 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: JR-004915 Lecturer in Plant Evolutionary Genetics_PD.pdf
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