Reference No: 313443
Urrbrae SA
Full Time up to 31/12/2022
$113,654 - $127,377 per annum, PO5

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Scientist, Viticulture to be part of our South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Division within PIRSA. The role reports to the Program Leader, Water Resources, Viticulture and Irrigated Crops.

The Principal Scientist, Viticulture leads the Viticulture Sub-program and undertakes research into the management of grapevines with respect to seasonal and climate variability. The Principal Scientist, Viticulture ensures the timely delivery of high quality research outcomes and support to research colleagues, government and industry and is responsible for the sub-program’s science direction and excellence to enhance SARDI’s national and international reputation as a key research provider for viticulture. The incumbent utilises exceptional scientific skills and experience to initiate a portfolio of significant value that support state, PIRSA and SARDI initiatives and priorities. The Principal Scientist, Viticulture will manage and conduct applied Research and Development (R&D) in viticulture and lead science and delivery under the SARDI-Wine Australia Strategic Research Agreement. The position will be the leading spokesperson on SARDI’s grape and wine research and liaise with key industry and state government stakeholders. The successful applicant must have a strong national and international profile in applied grape and wine research and provide leadership and mentoring to viticulture staff and students within the Sub-Program.

About Us

Primary Industries and Regions SA, as a key economic development agency of the South Australian Government, works across a diverse range of industry sectors including agriculture, livestock, forestry, fishing and aquaculture and regional development. We involve and engage with others to ensure we make good decisions, have clear policies, plan and implement effective programs, drive relevant projects, promote efficient resource use and broker shared responsibility. In this way we enable the State’s primary industry sectors and regions to remain competitive, productive and sustainable.

Benefits

At PIRSA, we offer our employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and flexibility.

Our Commitment to Diversity

PIRSA is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ, people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups. PIRSA recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of SA.

Special Conditions

This is a contract / term position up to 31/12/2022. Possession of a current driver’s licence and a willingness to drive is required. Out of hours work may be required including interstate and overseas travel.

Enquiries

Dr Kathy Ophel-Keller
Phone: 8429 0206
Email: kathy.ophelkeller@sa.gov.au
Website: www.pir.sa.gov.au 

Application requirements

Applications must be submitted online via www.iworkfor.sa.gov.au/, citing Reference Number: 313443.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a Covering Letter (no more than 3 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, People Management and Strategic Focus capabilities of the role and a current CV. Applicants must include the contact information of 3 current referees and a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.

Applications Close: 26 June 2018

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.