Overview
Join to apply for the Research Associate (Level ARAS) role at University of South Australia.
Base pay range
A$103,833.00/yr - A$111,182.00/yr
Pay range provided by University of South Australia. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
About you
You are a trusted and authentic professional who builds strong, credible relationships through honesty and accountability. You communicate with clarity and sensitivity, translating complex knowledge for diverse audiences and guiding students with confidence and care. You take initiative, deliver results under pressure, and bring a collaborative, solution-focused approach that motivates others and supports team success.
About the role
Reporting to the Professorial Lead, you will contribute to the research efforts of the Future Industries Institute by undertaking research on the project "Using recycled phosphorus fertilisers to increase farming profitability, resilience, P use efficiency, and sustainability". This project is delivered in collaboration with the University of Queensland, the South Australian Research and Development Institute, and Queensland's Department of Primary Industries.
To be successful you will need
* Postgraduate qualification in soil science or a related discipline
* Hands-on experience in experimentation in agricultural/environmental chemistry, soil fertility and/or plant nutrition with supporting analytical techniques
* Strong research track record with publications in leading journals and presentations at relevant forums
* Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with students, colleagues and external partners
* Skilled in research design, data analysis (SPSS, Genstat, R, Python), and able to manage competing priorities independently and in teams
Benefits and workplace
* Access to great personal development opportunities
* Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
* Flexible working conditions
* Employee assistance and development programs
* A variety of leave arrangements
Be part of a University for the future
For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.
Please address your cover letter to Laura Gomes, Consultant: Recruitment Central. For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 7388. Applications will not be accepted via email and must be uploaded via the Working at UniSA Portal.
We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier-free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Science, and Engineering
* Industries: Research Services, Farming, Ranching, Forestry, and Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
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