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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Plant Ecology and Urban Greening at Macquarie University Macquarie University in Australia

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 27, 2026

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Australia

University

Macquarie University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Agriculture
Biology
Functional Ecology
Plant Ecology
Field Experimentation
Statistics

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Plant Ecology & Urban Greening at Macquarie University (North Ryde, Sydney, Australia).

This fixed-term, part-time postdoctoral role sits in the School of Natural Sciences and focuses on plant ecology, functional ecology, ecophysiology, plant-water relations, urban greening, and environmental biology. The successful candidate will join a team working on sustainable urban greening solutions and the functional responses of Australian native plants to environmental change.

Research activities include field experimentation across urban and natural ecosystems, tree growth assessment, irrigation and soil moisture monitoring, plant physiological measurements, functional trait sampling, conceptual work in plant trait economics and resource acquisition strategies, quantitative data analysis, reporting, and publication in peer-reviewed journals. Collaboration is expected with Principal Investigators Dr. Martyna Kotowska and Prof. Michelle Leishmann, as well as partners including CSIRO and CELESTINO.

Eligibility highlights: a PhD in plant ecology, functional ecology, ecophysiology, environmental biology, or a closely related field (awarded or under examination); current work rights in Australia or eligibility for an appropriate work visa; strong organisational skills; ability to work independently and in collaborative teams; and demonstrated scientific writing and communication skills. Desirable experience includes field-based ecological research, plant trait or environmental data collection, plant physiological measurements, root functional ecology, plant-water relations, and R/statistical programming.

Funding: AUD 112,550–127,138 per annum pro-rata at 0.55 FTE, plus 17% superannuation. The appointment runs until August 2028.

Application deadline: Thursday 27 August 2026 at 11:59 pm AEST.

How to apply: Submit a CV with two referees and a statement of research interests and achievements via the SEEK listing. Address the selection criteria in your application.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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