PhD Position on Movements of Pollinators: The Farine Lab at The Australian National University (ANU) is inviting applications for a fully-funded PhD position focusing on the movement ecology of key Australian pollinators, specifically large honeyeaters. The research aims to utilize cutting-edge GPS tracking technology to study the movements of noisy friarbirds (Philemon corniculatus) and their impact on maintaining functional connectivity within Australian landscapes.
PhD Position on Tracking Local Movements of Pollinators
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Movement Ecology of Pollinators
Location
Australian National University (ANU), Canberra, Australia
Eligibility/Qualification
- An Honours degree (First class equivalent) or a Master’s degree with a minimum 6 months of research component and thesis.
- Must meet ANU’s English language requirements.
- Motivated to study movement ecology and interested in utilizing state-of-the-art technology.
Job Description
The PhD candidate will:
- Deploy GPS trackers on noisy friarbirds to monitor their movements.
- Combine GPS tracking data with traditional research methods, such as field surveys.
- Work closely with local conservation and land management organizations.
- Be fully integrated within the interdisciplinary Farine Lab.
- Conduct fieldwork in remote areas, requiring potential camping.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF:
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- A one-page motivation letter describing research background and project interest
- Name and contact details of at least one referee (preferably two)
Email applications to James Klarevas-Irby at james.klarevas-irby@anu.edu.au.
Last Date for Application
Applications close at 5 PM Australia time on January 27, 2025.
| Key Details | |
|---|---|
| Title | PhD Position on Tracking Local Movements of Pollinators |
| Research Area | Movement Ecology of Pollinators |
| Location | ANU, Canberra, Australia |
| Eligibility | Honours/Master’s degree; English requirements |
| Job Description | Fieldwork, data collection, interdisciplinary research |
| Last Date for Application | January 27, 2025 |
For inquiries, contact Assoc. Prof. Damien Farine at damien.farine@anu.edu.au or Dr. James Klarevas-Irby at james.klarevas-irby@anu.edu.au.
