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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY
FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND NATURAL RESOURCES
REFERENCE NO. 804/0411
 
  Growing faculty with close collaborators
  Working with experts in the field of microbial ecology
  Salary package up to $90K
 
Research in the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources explores new frontiers in food
production and agricultural sustainability. Within this research profile, we aim to develop and embrace
cutting edge technologies, including recent developments in fields such as catchment management,
land rehabilitation, and molecular biology. Members of the faculty collaborate extensively with
overseas partners, in part playing a role in mediating technology transfer. The faculty has established
strengths in soil microbiology, 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 is available at
sydney.edu.au/agriculture.
 
This is a career opportunity to play a vital role in culture-based and culture-independent studies of
sulfatase-producing strains in crop rhizospheres, funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC).
This project offers a comprehensive range of cutting edge techniques, requiring a broad palette of
skills. You will be highly motivated to advance the field of molecular microbial ecology, showing self-
motivation and problem solving skills. 
 
The project will require you to analyse microbial species and functional diversity in soil and crop
rhizosphere samples from field sites throughout eastern Australia, using molecular fingerprinting and
sequencing techniques. You will coordinate and carry out sampling trips to these field sites, in
collaboration with partners at the Grains Research & Development Corporation. You will design and
carry out greenhouse experiments to complement these field trials, managing upkeep of plant lines for
rhizosphere experiments, and making a significant input to the scientific direction of the project. You
will analyse and prepare the data for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and will present the results
at national and international scientific conferences. 
 
You will have:
  a PhD degree in microbiology, plant sciences or related field
  proven research experience in microbial ecology, and experience with soil and rhizosphere
studies
  proven experience with molecular genetic techniques, including the ability to develop and
refine techniques and experimental approaches
  demonstrated ability to write reports and scientific papers and present data at scientific
meetings
  proven experience with in silico DNA and protein sequence analysis, including phylogenetic
analyses
  valid NSW drivers licence or equivalent with the ability to travel regularly inter- and intrastate
involving overnight stays to conduct field work, including in isolated areas.
 
A wide-ranging interest in molecular microbial ecology combined with familiarity with protein
purification methods and FACS sorting methods will be highly regarded.
 
The position is full-time fixed term for two years subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation
period. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of appointment
for new appointees.
 
Remuneration package: $90K p.a. (which includes a base salary, leave loading and up to 17%
employer’s contribution to superannuation). Some assistance towards travelling cost and visa
sponsorship may be available for the successful appointee if required.
 
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.  Visit
sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. 
CLOSING DATE: 6 July 2011 (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 as they are underrepresented in
this field. 
 
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