 Teaching and Research Fellow in Biosphere-Atmosphere Interactions Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Reference No. 067/0210 The University of Sydney is Australia's premier University with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence, and employs over 6,800 permanent staff supporting over 46,000 students. We are currently seeking to appoint two recent PhD graduates to join us in the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, to focus on teaching and research in the area of biosphere-atmosphere interactions. Teaching a range of undergraduate units, you will deliver content related to climate, plant physiology and biosphere-atmosphere interactions. You will help develop specialist teaching in third and fourth year level subjects in your area of expertise. In research, you will work closely with Dr Margaret Barbour and/or Dr Peter Franks, who were recently awarded ARC Future Fellowships at the University of Sydney. A strong background in one or more of plant water relations, gas exchange, ecophysiology of plant stress, plant anatomy (especially leaf anatomy), and palaeophysiology, will be key to your success Knowledge of the application of stable isotopes to studies of carbon and water fluxes at a range of scales will be highly beneficial, as would knowledge of relevant molecular techniques. You will interact with other University of Sydney researchers and outside organisations and will be expected to spend about 40percent of your time on teaching. Our faculty has established strengths in soil science, plant pathology, plant breeding (including legumes), precision agriculture, spatial information systems, agroforestry, agricultural and resource economics, and physiological ecology of terrestrial ecosystems. Further information on the faculty and its academic programs is available at www.sydney.edu.au/agriculture Essential selection criteria for appointment at Level B are a PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field; demonstrated research capacity in plant physiology or related areas; demonstrated aptitude for teaching; clear communication skills; and a valid driver's licence. Desirable selection criteria include evidence of ability to publish research output; evidence of skills in application of stable isotopes, gas exchange measurements and climate analysis; and evidence of ability to develop research proposals. The position is full-time fixed term for four years subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees. Some relocation cost support will be provided and visa sponsorship will be available for the successful appointee if required. Remuneration package: $94,802 p.a. (including base salary at level B Step 1 $80,109 p.a., plus leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation). All applications must be submitted online. Visit www.sydney.edu.au/positions and search the reference number for more information and to apply. CLOSING DATE: 12th April 2010 (11:30PM Sydney time) The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. |
