Casual Opportunity Available in Narrabri Assist the Australian Plant Phenomics Facility in the collection of research data using agricultural sensors and phenomics methods across a range of projects HE04 $56.85 p/hour superannuation About the opportunity The Australian Plant Phenomics Facility located in Narrabri, NSW is looking for a Research Assistant on a Casual Basis. This role is responsible for assisting in manual field tasks such as taking measurements in APPN supported crop field trials using various equipment and supporting in situ equipment operations. They will support and maintain research data integrity, and ensure efficient communication with other APPN staff. They will also contribute to data entry, and maintaining organised data records. Your key responsibilities will be to: manual field tasks such as taking measurements in APPN supported crop field trials with handheld instruments, supporting installation and dismantling of in situ field instruments such as weather stations and soil moisture probes. assist with the coordination and execution of routine APPN node tasks under direction. support APPN node staff by gathering necessary data and documentation. ensure adherence to research protocols and assist with sourcing information to assist research work. support data collection activities, ensuring accuracy in data entry and its storage for further analysis. maintain basic research records in-line with scientific best practice. actively participate in team-based risk assessments, ensure consistent application of safety measures in designated tasks, and liaise with colleagues to address and resolve any minor safety concerns. About you Prior experience within a similar field will be advantageous Has excellent attention to detail Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written An RePL, remote pilot license will be advantageous but not required Sponsorship / work rights for Australia You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. Pre-employment checks and declarations Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment. EEO statement At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion , evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTQIA . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion . How to apply Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Mouhamed El Chami Recruitment Operations by email to Mouhamed.elchami@sydney.edu.au © The University of Sydney The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Click to view the Position Description for this role. Applications Close Tuesday 26 May 2026 11:59 PM
