Position Announcements
Researcher in Coastal Biogeochemistry
We invite applications from candidates with an international
reputation and an outstanding research track record for this
exciting new position at Southern Cross University. The
University has identified Coastal Biogeochemistry as one of its
areas of research strength. A new position in Coastal
Biogeochemistry has been created to enhance this area of
research strength. The position is being offered at the Senior
Researcher/ Associate Professor level, but suitable applicants
at the researcher level are also encouraged to apply. The
position will be based in The Centre for Coastal
Biogeochemistry in the School of Environmental Science and
Management. The emphasis of this position is on world-class
research, high impact publications and obtaining external
nationally competitive funding. The appointee’s research
background and proposed area of research should
compliment existing research in the Centre for Coastal
Biogeochemistry. We are currently working in estuaries,
mangroves, seagrass beds, nearshore coastal waters, coral
reefs, and wetlands.
The University is ideally suited for coastal biogeochemistry
research with state-of-the-art instrumentation (e.g. a new
stable isotope facility with two WCO/ GC-c/ EA-IRMS
(Thermo Delta V) with full technical support, membrane inlet
mass spectrometer (MIMS)) and newly completed well-
equipped inorganic and organic chemistry laboratories.
Southern Cross University is based in Lismore, northern NSW,
Australia. The region is a great place to live with a sub-
tropical climate, some the best beaches and surfing in the
world and there is also great fishing, scuba diving and
wilderness areas nearby. The quality of life is very high and
the cost of living relatively low.
Initially a 3-year research only fixed-term appointment is
offered with the level of appointment depending on
qualifications and experience. The opportunity exists for this
position to convert to a continuing teaching and research
position in the School of Environmental Science and
Management subject to performance and funding.
The starting date is flexible and will be negotiated with the
successful candidate.
Vacancy ID 28123
For full details, including selection criteria, first go to
www.scu.edu.au/jobs
Enquiries: Professor Bradley Eyre: bradley.eyre@scu.edu.au
Closing date: Tuesday, 27 January 2009