Graduate Research Assistant

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  • Contribute to cuttingedge plant science using imaging and phenotyping technologies.
  • Work with a national research infrastructure platform impacting food and crop innovation.
  • Fulltime appointment on a 3year fixedterm basis.
  • Base salary range: $80243 $88940 p.a. plus 17 superannuation.

About the area
The Centre for Microscopy Characterisation and Analysis (CMCA) is a core facility at UWA that provides researchers and industry with access to advanced microscopy and analysis instrumentation. As host of the Australian Plant Phenomics Network (APPN) node at UWA CMCA supports the digital phenotyping of crops in controlled environments and in the fieldempowering breakthroughs in plant science and agriculture.

The UWA APPN Node is based within the School of Molecular Sciences a vibrant research hub located in the Bayliss Building where research and teaching span chemistry molecular biology synthetic biology and more.

About the opportunity

  • Develop and optimise digital imaging platforms for plant phenotyping in both lab and field settings.
  • Support researchers by coordinating imagebased experiments and analysing visual and spectral data.
  • Manage research data in line with FAIR principles contributing to national crop research initiatives.

About you

  • Qualified in imaging plant science data science or a related field with handson research experience.
  • Skilled in image and spectral data analysis including hyperspectral sensing.
  • Strong problemsolving communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Organised and selfmotivated with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Proficient in technical writing and a range of digital tools and software.

Special Requirements

  • Availability for occasional interstate intrastate weekend and afterhours work.
  • Current C class drivers licence required.

Position description:Graduate Research Assistant

To learn more about this opportunity please contactNic Taylorat.

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday 30 April 2025

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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 there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

Learn more about us.

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.


For application queries contact the person in the advertisement or email the Talent team at with your query and the 6digit job reference number for a quicker response.


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