JOB: Senior Research Fellow in Molecular Ecology / Molecular Diagnostics Position: Senior Research Fellow (equivalent to research-only associate professor) Hiring Organization: Gulbali Institute, Charles Sturt University Job Location: Albury-Wodonga, Australia Application Due Date: August 27, 2026 We're hiring for a senior-level five year research-only fellowship position. It's listed as "molecular diagnostics", but is really molecular ecology or -omics very broadly defined. Salary is $167,348 to $184,243 AUD plus 17% superannuation. Must have current legal right to work in Australia. https://external-jobs.csu.edu.au/cw/en/job/499082/associate-professor-of-molecular-diagnostics Full Time, Fixed Term (5 years from appointment) Level D - $167,348 to $184,243 pa (plus 17% superannuation) Join Charles Sturt University's Gulbali Institute and lead the development of a nationally recognised molecular diagnostics research program addressing some of Australia's most significant agricultural, environmental and biosecurity challenges. This is a rare opportunity to establish and grow a cutting-edge capability applying molecular ecology, environmental DNA (eDNA) and emerging molecular technologies to deliver practical outcomes for communities, industry and government. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment, you'll secure competitive research funding, build strategic partnerships and mentor the next generation of researchers. Backed by significant investment in purpose-built molecular laboratories and research infrastructure, you'll help shape the future of applied molecular diagnostics while strengthening the University's reputation as a leader in regional and globally relevant research. Success in this role will be reflected in the lasting research capability, partnerships and environmental impact you create. About you: You are an ambitious and collaborative research leader who is driven to build a nationally recognised research program with lasting environmental and societal impact. You have a proven ability to attract competitive research funding and develop sustainable partnerships across government, industry and the research sector. You thrive on building and mentoring high-performing, inclusive research teams, creating opportunities for the next generation of researchers to succeed. You are passionate about translating molecular science into practical solutions that inform environmental policy, biosecurity and natural resource management. You bring a strong track record of scientific excellence and are motivated to grow Charles Sturt University's reputation as a leader in applied molecular diagnostics through innovation, collaboration and research impact. About us: We are a university of the land and people of our regions. True to the character of regional Australia we have gumption, we have soul and we collaborate with others. We develop holistic, far-sighted people who help their communities grow and flourish. The Wiradjuri phrase yindyamarra winhanganha means the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in. This phrase represents who we are at Charles Sturt University – our ethos. It comes from traditional Indigenous Australian knowledge, but it also speaks to the mission of universities – to develop and spread wisdom to make the world a better place. Harnessing technology, we thrive as a distributed yet connected community, welcoming and engaging with people across Australia and the world. Visit our website to learn about our great range of employee benefits. This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position. Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting: Professor Lee Baumgartner | Executive Director, Gulbali Institute | lbaumgartner@csu.edu.au Closing Date: 11pm AEDT, 27 August 2026 (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to evoldir@evoldir.net)