Postdoctoral Fellow in Coral Reef Restoration
Position open until 26‑Jan‑2026. Quick application deadline: 26‑Jan‑ :30pm.
Job Details
* Term: Fixed‑term, full‑time basis for 2.5 years
* Remuneration: AUD $96,342 to AUD $130,727 pa (including superannuation, leave loading, recreation leave)
* Location: Gardens Point, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
* Reference number: 25721
About the Role
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the School of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, Faculty of Science. The Fellow will work in an international and collaborative team contributing to the Coral Research & Development Accelerator Program (CORDAP) Project on enhancing substrate availability to accelerate reef recovery using novel underwater bioadhesives.
Key responsibilities:
* Design and conduct fieldwork on coral reefs (diving, deploying instruments, underwater data and sample collection).
* Perform ecological assessments of coral reef benthic communities.
* Use underwater imaging and image processing or photogrammetry.
* Analyze data using Image‑J, R, MATLAB or equivalent.
* Publish research outcomes in peer‑reviewed journals.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and practitioners.
Qualifications
* Completion of a doctoral qualification in marine science, marine biology, reef ecology or related fields.
* Demonstrated fieldwork experience on coral reefs (e.g., diving, deploying instruments, underwater data collection).
* Experience in undertaking ecological assessments of coral reef benthic communities.
* Proficiency in basic analytical and statistical software (e.g., Image J, R, MATLAB).
* Solution‑focused, proven ability to contribute to a high performance and collaborative culture.
* Ability to meet deadlines and publish research outcomes in a timely manner.
Desirable
* Experience with laboratory aquarium systems.
* Supervisory experience of postgraduate or undergraduate students.
* Experience applying for and winning grant funding.
Life at QUT
* A healthy work‑life balance with on‑campus and off‑campus arrangements.
* Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
* Generous maternity leave and parental leave, including up to 26 weeks carer leave.
* Fitness Passport, discounted private health insurance and paid leave scheme.
* Professional development opportunities (leadership programs, workshops).
* Commitment to Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network.
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
View the job details at: Postdoctoral Fellow in Coral Reef Restoration.
Job opens: 24‑Dec‑2025
Applications Close: 26‑Jan‑ :30pm
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