Postdoctoral Fellow (mq)
Job posting number: #168753 (Ref:R000017934)
Job Description
PRIMARY DETAIL
Salary Package: Postdoctoral Fellow (Level A, Step 6) $106,089 per annum, plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading.Appointment type: Full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years (with the possibility of extending for another two years)
JOB IS FROM: postdocjobs.oneVIEWLocation: Macquarie University (Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde)
Postdoctoral Fellow in Communication and Outreach about Fresh Produce Bioactives
Project Overview
Translating the Science, Health, and Wellbeing Benefits of Bioactives in Fresh Produce. This project aims to improve the health outcomes of the Australian population by leveraging the benefits of bioactives in fresh produce. The postdoctoral fellow will lead communication and engagement efforts aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of bioactive compounds derived from plant-based foods.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive evidence-based communication strategy to promote the health and wellbeing benefits of bioactives.
Create engaging content for the program's website, social media platforms, and other communication channels.
Organise industry-specific events, workshops, and training programs to disseminate research findings and engage with stakeholders.
Collaborate with researchers, industry partners, and government agencies to develop targeted outreach materials and campaigns.
Evaluate the effectiveness of communication efforts and adjust strategies as needed.
About Us
Macquarie is engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Celebrating its 60th year in 2024, it was established as a bold experiment in higher education and designed to break from educational traditions to work in tandem with industry. Institutionally we strive for the extraordinary by challenging convention and embracing different views. Our pioneering culture has encouraged and inspired students, staff and collaborators to break free from conventional thinking, and to actively shape the complex issues that define the future of humanity.
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the staff benefits on offer.
Qualifications:
Required Skills and Qualifications
This position is open to candidates who hold a PhD in fields including communication, public health, anthropology, sociology, and nutrition.
Strong background in science communication, marketing, or public relations.
Experience developing and implementing communication strategies and campaigns.
Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
Experience with interdisciplinary research teams and multistakeholder relations
Knowledge of bioactives and their health benefits.
Applicants should demonstrate a passion for science communication and a strong commitment to promoting public health and wellbeing through effective communication strategies.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative setting, possessing strong interpersonal skills and a genuine enthusiasm for building relationships and fostering teamwork across disciplines and sectors.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers and educators within the School of Social Sciences, contributing to a vibrant intellectual community and potentially laying the groundwork for future research collaborations and academic opportunities.
Application Process
Please apply online by uploading a copy of your CV, cover letter and a separate document addressing the selection criteria.
Role/Project Specific Enquiries
Dr Paul Mason (paul.mason@mq.edu.au), Professor Greg Downey (greg.downey@mq.edu.au), Associate Professor Alf Garcia-Bennett (alf.garcia@mq.edu.au) and Professor Anwar Sunna (anwar.sunna@mq.edu.au)
Applications Close: Friday, 31 January 2025 at 11:59PM (AEST)
Applications are accepted until 31 January 2025, but please note that applications will be assessed as they are received. Therefore, the position may be filled with an available and suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date. You are strongly encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.
*Please note that this position is not available for visa sponsorship and the successful applicant must have work rights in Australia*
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Applications Close:
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