Professor | Crop Systems

About this Opportunity

• Fixed-Term (5 Years), Full-Time
• School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
• CQUniversity Rockhampton* (Relocation support available)
• Professorial Research Fellow – Level E
• Total Remuneration $238,957 pa (including salary of $201,922 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences is responsible for leading innovative, applied research that drives real-world impact, including advancing agricultural systems in northern Australia. Our Institute for Future Farming Systems (IFFS) supports industry and community needs through translational research and strong stakeholder partnerships.

As a senior research leader in the IFFS team, you will shape the future of cropping systems by leading multidisciplinary teams and major industry-partnered research projects. Your primary focus will be to drive scientific advancement in crop industries, including those emerging such as sesame and pulses, while delivering tangible value to industry and regional communities. You will bring strong academic credentials, an established research profile, and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to mentor early and mid-career researchers and foster strategic partnerships.

At CQUniversity, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to agricultural innovation and rural development. This is your opportunity to influence national crop research priorities and contribute to sustainable industry growth in a collegial and forward-thinking environment.

Consider a change in scenery and make the move to Regional Queensland

Relocate to the Rockhampton region and enjoy a thriving local culture, great dining, and easy access to the stunning Capricorn Coast. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, it’s the perfect place to embrace an outdoor lifestyle. Explore the Keppel Islands, part of the Great Barrier Reef, where pristine beaches, coral reefs, and crystal-clear waters offer the perfect escape for snorkelling, diving, and relaxation.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• A doctoral qualification (PhD) in agriculture, plant sciences, environmental science, or a related discipline, with extensive experience in cropping research and industry collaboration.
• Recognised research standing demonstrated through a strong publication record and impactful industry engagement.
• Proven academic leadership, with experience building high-performing, multidisciplinary research teams.
• Demonstrated success in securing competitive research funding and managing large-scale industry programs.
• Experience supervising research higher degree students and mentoring early to mid-career researchers.
• Strong professional networks across industry, government, and the research community.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 20 July 2025 

  
Job Requisition ID: 6161

The internal title for this position is Professorial Research Fellow - Crop Systems.

*A condition of employment for this role is relocation to the Rockhampton region (relocation support available). Please confirm your willingness to relocate in your application.

Contact Details: 

Amy Cosby

0405 824 112

a.cosby@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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