UWA School of Agriculture and Environment

• Join a renowned research team solving weed control challenges in Australian broadacre grain crops.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed tern basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 - $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Australian Herbicide Resistance Initiative (AHRI) is a national research and communication team based at the University of Western Australia. AHRI research focuses on crop and weed science, and herbicide resistance in the Australian grains industry, having received major investment from the Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC). AHRI’s mantra is “More crop, fewer weeds – sustainably”. To fulfil this, we conduct research and extension to encourage sustainable cropping and weed control across Australia.

About the opportunity

• Undertake high quality research into the management of weeds and herbicide resistance in Australian cropping systems
• Focus will be on herbicides for weed control, within the context of integrated weed management (IWM
• Publish research in international journals and present research results at peer conferences and at grains industry workshops, seminars and field days.

About you

• PhD in weed science or agronomy/crop science
• A demonstrable track record in excellence in research evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high quality journals, relative to opportunity
• Engage with a network of contacts with local, national and international organisations for the purposes of research collaboration and the enhancement of the reputation of AHRI, the School and the University

Position description:

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Ken Flower at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 11 July 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Discounted UWA course fees.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

• UWA has been awarded Top Ten Employer for LGBTI – inclusion the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2016).
• The University is also a proud member of the Athena SWAN/SAGE Pilot for Gender Equity.