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Climate-Smart position available for Postdoctoral Researcher
THE SUSTAINABLE Land Management Group within SoilsWest at Murdoch University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to support a Climate-Smart project.
The project is focused on developing and testing innovative soil technologies through field and glasshouse trials in Western Australia.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Contribute to the Climate-Smart Agriculture project through research, field trials, and stakeholder engagement within the Sustainable Land Management group.
- Build a research profile in soil and crop management by publishing in peer-reviewed journals and securing external funding.
- Support research coordination, student supervision, and broader School and University activities, including grant applications and administrative duties.
Applications close on November 18, 2025.
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