Associate Professor – Coastal Fisheries & Seascapes
Apply for the Associate Professor – Coastal Fisheries & Seascapes role at CQUniversity.
Base pay range: A$192,505.00/yr - A$210,526.00/yr.
* Fixed-Term (3 years), Full-Time
* School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
* CQUniversity Gladstone* (Relocation support available)
* Principal Research Fellow (Equivalent to Academic Level D)
* Total Remuneration A$192,505 to A$210,526 pa (including salary of A$162,670 to A$177,898 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
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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.
CMERC – Coastal Marine Ecosystems Research Centre
The CMERC is seeking a distinguished Principal Research Fellow to lead progressive research in applied coastal marine ecology supporting the health and sustainability of tropical coastal ecosystems and fisheries. Situated within the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, CMERC is home to the world’s largest seagrass nursery and with research programs in coastal habitat restoration, sustainable marine resources and assessing ecosystem health.
Based at CMERC’s world-class waterfront facility in Gladstone, you will lead and contribute to impactful applied research focused on fish and crustacean habitat use, mud crab population dynamics and fisheries management, and/or seascape-scale ecosystem connectivity, helping deliver science with real-world impact for biodiversity, fisheries, and regional communities. You will secure and manage external funding, publish influential research, and mentor emerging scientists. In this role, you’ll join a dynamic and friendly team of marine scientists and restoration experts, delivering innovative, evidence-based approaches to coastal and marine sustainability. Collaborating with industry, government, and academic partners, you will help drive practical outcomes that support biodiversity, fisheries health, endangered species and climate resilience.
Position Requirements
* A doctoral qualification with research expertise in seagrass ecological restoration (or similar coastal restoration specialisations).
* Proven research track record, including publications, conference presentations, and recognised professional achievements with a H-index figure over 10.
* Experience conducting strategically aligned research, with a focus on securing external funding and industry partnerships.
* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
* Extensive experience in investigative research, demonstrating expertise in research methodologies, statistical analysis and the preparation of reports and publications.
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide expert advice and build effective partnerships.
For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.
Apply today for a career that changes live.
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 7 January 2026.
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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