Classification: ANU Officer Grade 5/6 (Research)
Salary package: $83,351 - $97,929 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Term: Full time (part-time, job share or a gradual increase in hours will be considered), Fixed Term (12 months)
Position Description and Selection Criteria: PD & PEWER CoSM_Research Assistant_559262.pdf

Working at ANU

This is an opportunity to work with a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence.

We offer:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces and childcare facilities on campus,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities.

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A Diverse and Inclusive Team

ANU is introducing measures to support the recruitment, inclusion and retention of employees with disability. To find out more, please click here.

ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions (see the full list of available roles here. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks.

The Position

This is a key role in a friendly, motivated team conducting fundamental research on the coordination of CO2 fixation and transpiration in plants.

With no two days the same, this role is integral to the delivery of both research and service projects. Key responsibilities include contributing to experimental research on water channels in non-stomatal regulation of transpiration in model and crop plants, monitoring stable isotopes from leaf respiration, as well as providing technical support and training for LI-COR instrument users under a contract with LI-COR Inc.

The Person

We are looking for a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the capacity to quickly develop productive, professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Highly developed organisational skills and effective self-management are key.

Learn more about the ground-breaking research and work class facilities of the Research School of Biology here.

For more information about the position please contact Prof. Graham Farquhar on T: +61 2 6125 3743 E: [email protected].

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

If shortlisted, candidates will be asked to complete a:

• 30 minute interview using behavioural interview questions

If you require adjustments to participate in any of the above assessments, please contact our HR team at E: [email protected]. Any adjustment request or the disclosure of disability will not be communicated to the selection committee without the candidates consent and it will not having any bearing on hiring decisions.

For examples of common reasonable adjustments please click here.

The successful applicant must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.

Closing date: Wednesday, 2 July 2025, 11:55PM (AEST)