About Position/Job
La Trobe University is offering an exciting Research Fellow – Quantitative Ecologist position within the Centre for Freshwater Ecosystems (CFE), part of the School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment. This full-time, three-year fixed-term research role focuses on quantitative ecology, with a strong emphasis on flow–ecology relationships and habitat suitability modelling for freshwater organisms. Based at the Albury–Wodonga Campus, Australia, the position is ideal for an early-career researcher seeking to work on applied and interdisciplinary environmental research. The successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team of scientists under the academic leadership of Professor Nick Bond, contributing to projects that support the sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems. The role involves advanced statistical and spatial modelling, analysis of large ecological and hydrological datasets, and active engagement in supervision and publication, aligning closely with La Trobe University’s research and teaching mission.
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Position/Job Details
- Position: Research Fellow – Quantitative Ecologist
- Institution: La Trobe University
- Department: School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment (Centre for Freshwater Ecosystems)
- Research Field: Environmental Science, Geosciences
- Location: Albury–Wodonga, Australia
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term Research Fellow (Level B)
- Start Date (Anticipated): 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: AUD $114,855 – $135,633 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Quantitative ecology
- Flow–ecology relationships
- Habitat suitability modelling
- Freshwater ecosystems
- Spatial and statistical ecological modelling
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed PhD or equivalent research experience in ecology or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in statistical and quantitative modelling
- Proficiency in R or similar programming languages for ecological analysis
- Record of publications, reports, or conference contributions
- Strong communication and data interpretation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with spatial, hydrological, or large ecological datasets
- Demonstrated ability to supervise or co-supervise Honours, Masters, or PhD students
- Experience working in interdisciplinary environmental research teams
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct high-quality quantitative ecological research
- Analyse spatial, hydrological, and ecological datasets
- Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals
- Contribute to collaborative research projects within CFE
- Supervise or co-supervise postgraduate research students
- Communicate research findings to academic and professional audiences
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only through the official recruitment platform.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Separate document addressing the Essential Criteria outlined in the Position Description
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 11 December 2025
- Deadline: 5 February 2026 (11:55 pm AEST)
- Interview Date: As notified to shortlisted candidates
Useful Links
- Institution Website: La Trobe University
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: click here
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