The School of Agriculture, Food and Wine of The University of Adelaide seeks a Research Fellow to conduct durum breeding and related pre-breeding research. This position is funded by the Grains Research and Development Corporation.

In this position, you will develop improved durum varieties within the Australian Durum Wheat Improvement Program (ADWIP, a joint initiative involving the University of Adelaide and the NSW Department of Primary Industries), participate in established pre-breeding research projects; and develop a program of independent and/or collaborative original research. You will be expected to collaborate with colleagues locally and nationally, interact effectively with industry stakeholders including durum wheat growers and processors and contribute to the preparation of proposals for research funds. You may also co-supervise postgraduate research students and make other contributions to postgraduate and undergraduate education.

For appointment at Level B (AUD 70,075 - 83,215 per annum) you should have:

• a PhD or equivalent degree in plant breeding or a related field, preferably with postdoctoral experience
• a demonstrated ability to conduct independent research and/or plant breeding
• a demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• a record of contributions to the development of improved crop varieties or germplasm and/or to publication of high-quality refereed scientific publications
• excellent verbal and written communication skills

Candidates who do not meet all of the above criteria are welcome to apply and may be considered for appointment at Level A (AUD 54,656 - 66,567 per annum).

This fixed-term position is available immediately for a period of 3 years. It is anticipated that a continuing position in this area may become available in future.

For further information on selection criteria and application procedures, please refer to http://www.adelaide.edu.au/jobs/current/15187/ and/or contact Prof Diane Mather ( diane.mather@adelaide.edu.au; telephone +61 8 8303 7156).

Applications for this position should be submitted by 10 October 2008.

Professor Diane E. Mather

School of Agriculture, Food and Wine
The University of Adelaide

Telephone: +61 8 8303 7156
Fax: +61 8 8303 7102

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