The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will join Murdoch University's internationally recognized Legume Rhizobium Sciences (LRS) group, contributing to cutting-edge national research projects focused on sustainable agriculture. Based within the School of Medical and Molecular Sciences and affiliated with the Centre for Sustainable Farming Systems, the successful candidate will apply microbial engineering techniques to enhance rhizobial performance and nitrogen fixation in pulses and pastures. This role offers the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team driving innovation in agricultural microbiology.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (28 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $78,348 – $105,656 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
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Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application:
What You'll Bring to the Role:
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Visa sponsorship and relocation may be available for the right candidate.
Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer, please reach out to Jason Terpolilli, Associate Professor, and quote JR104418 as the reference.
Applications Close on 5th November 2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.