Research Assistant

We’re hiring: Research Assistant – Project Restore

The Sydney Institute of Marine Science is looking for a Research Assistant to support the delivery of Project Restore, a multi-habitat marine restoration project working across seagrass, kelp and urbanised marine environments.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys fieldwork, ecological monitoring, environmental data, logistics, restoration delivery and working as part of a collaborative team.

The Research Assistant will support:

• Restoration and habitat enhancement activities
• Ecological monitoring, biodiversity surveys and connectivity monitoring
• Field and laboratory sample collection, processing and curation
• Environmental data management, QA/QC, analysis and reporting
• Equipment preparation and maintenance
• Coordination with SIMS staff, contractors, students, interns and volunteers
• Community engagement and stakeholder activities

We are looking for someone with experience in marine, estuarine, coastal or aquatic fieldwork, strong organisational skills, good data management practices and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Diving and boating experience are desirable, but not essential. Applicants with SCUBA qualifications, boat handling experience, first aid/CPR/O2 certificates, ecological data skills or community engagement experience are encouraged to apply.

Role details

Position: Research Assistant – Project Restore

Contract: 1 July 2026 to 31 December 2026

Salary: $95,694 per annum, pro rata for 6 months

Contact/applications: ***email_hidden***

Applications: Please email your CV as well as a document outlining how you meet the role to the above email address by the closing date. Candidates will be reviewed by a selection committee and contacted after the closing date

Applications close: 24th June 2026

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to practical marine restoration and help deliver real, on-ground outcomes for Sydney’s marine environment.

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