PROPOSAL
A diligent plant physiology PhD student is required to investigate the nectar control mechanismsin Leptospermum and its quality for honey bee product production
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience, skills and/or a keen interest in plant physiology and chemistry or similar.
- Ability to operate outdoors in an observational environment ( native bush & remote locations)
- Willingness to work as part of a large interdisciplinary team to achieve outcomes through a combination of planning, working independently & collaboration with other team members.
- Willingness to engage with external stakeholders such as private companies & government departments to effectively present scientific research results to this audience.
- Excellent interpersonal & oral communication skills
- Limited fear of bees and bee stings. Bee allergies should be a consideration.
PROJECT LEADER
Phd Student
If you are interested in applying this PhD program, please send your latest CV and a personal statement (addressing the requirements) to erik.veneklaas@uwa.edu.au before 31 December, 2017.