Internal Vacancies

Associate Professor/ Professor of Plants and Horticultural Systems (Research Program Lead)

The role

• Full Time, Continuing
• Level D - $167,348 to $184,243 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Level E - $215,225 pa (plus 17% superannuation)
• Academic Institution Leadership Allowance
• On Site: Wagga Wagga (No remote work will be considered)

As Professor / Associate Professor of Plants and Horticultural Systems (Research Program Lead), you will provide strategic leadership for Charles Sturt University's Plants and Horticultural Systems Program within the Gulbali Institute. Based at the Wagga Wagga campus, you will shape the program's research direction, bring together multidisciplinary expertise and build a high-performing research culture focused on solving complex agricultural challenges. Your work may span areas including agroecology, agronomy, precision agriculture, cropping systems, crop protection, climate resilience, soil and water management, viticulture and sustainable intensification.

You will grow a sustainable research program through competitive funding, industry and government partnerships, consultancy, philanthropy and international collaboration. Working closely with researchers, HDR candidates, industry and community partners, you will translate research into practical outcomes that improve the productivity, profitability and sustainability of Australian agriculture. You will also contribute to the strategic leadership of the Gulbali Institute, develop future research leaders and help strengthen Charles Sturt's national and international reputation for agricultural research and impact.

About you

• A distinguished researcher with an outstanding record in Plants and Horticultural Systems
• A strategic and inclusive leader who brings people and disciplines together
• Proven success securing significant external research funding and investment
• An accomplished partnership builder across industry, government and research

About us

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To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a “statement of suitability” demonstrating your skills, knowledge and/or experience relevant to the position (referencing the selection criteria in the applicant information brochure) and upload your CV. You will also be asked to submit a max 1 page response on "What is your philosophy for managing and growing productive research teams?". If you experience difficulties applying online or for further information on completing the application process please visit our how to apply page or contact us.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the applicant brochures:

Applicant Brochure - Level D - Associate Professor of Plants and Horticultural Systems

Applicant Brochure - Level E - Professor of Plants and Horticultural Systems

Or by contacting: Professor Lee Baumgartner | Executive Director, Gulbali Institute | lbaumgartner@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11pm, 6 October 2026

Advertised: 08 Sep 2026 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 06 Oct 2026 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time