Job Reference: 1005770

Your new role
You will lead modelling work on the containment and eradication of a prominent pest species, Polyphagous Shothole Borer (PSHB) in Western Australia. The work will involve a combination of simulation and statistical modelling.
Your key responsibilities will be:

1. Lead analysis of State response data to estimate detection, occupancy, and spread of PSHB
2. Engage with key stakeholders to understand their challenges and translate analytical results
3. Assist with the supervision and development of graduate student projects

We are looking for someone with the following key capabilities:

• A PhD in a relevant field
• Demonstrated experience working with ecological datasets
• Demonstrated experience in statistical inference and reporting
• Knowledge of models and theory in statistical ecology
• Demonstrated track record in research publication
• Demonstrated experience with data and code management

As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role

About Us: The Population Biology and genomics Group
The Population Biology and Genomics Group is focussed on the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of populations. We develop new theory and analytical tools to support the management of important populations across environment, agriculture, and health sectors. We apply population biology to problems in biosecurity and conservation, working with government and industry stakeholders to solve emergent biosecurity problems, and to improve future preparedness.

Established in July 2023 under the Western Australian Government Premier’s Science Fellowship Program, the Population Biology and Genomics Group is a new and rapidly growing research group in the School of Molecular and Life Sciences at Curtin University.

To find out more about the Population Biology and Genomics Group, please visit our website: https://popbiolgenomics.org/

About Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page!
For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

• Updated Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: Sunday 6th of July 2025

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