Science Portfolio Designer and Manager - [Archived Advertisement]

Your duties will include:

• Collecting and synthesising information on market demand for data that supports natural resource management.
• Collecting and synthesising information on technological opportunities in environmental genomics.
• Anticipating, identifying and adapting quickly to changes in client needs and market changes.
• Facilitating idea-generating activities that include both CSIRO staff and external stakeholders.
• Carrying out commercial development activities (with the BD team), contributing to project proposals and facilitating the initiation of new projects.
• Coordinating calls for project submissions and managing the selection process.
• Designing and implementing a program of science cross-pollination activities and promoting the uptake of technology platforms.
• Promoting CSIRO’s capability in external forums and advising policy makers. 

Location:  Crawley (Perth) WA or Black Mountain (Canberra) ACT (other locations may be considered by negotiation)
Salary: AU$115k - AU$135k per annum, plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure:  Approximate 4 year term (ending 30 June, 2025)
Residency:  See ‘Position Details’ link below
Reference:   74251

To be considered you will need:

• A doctorate or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline area, together with relevant practical experience, or, managerial and/or commercial qualifications and significant experience and depth of understanding of relevant science either from a research or industry perspective.
• A record of innovation and creativity in achieving science or commercial objectives.
• High level communication skills with the ability to represent science concepts to both professional and public audiences.
• Experience in the synthesis of information from diverse sources to elucidate trends and opportunities.
• Experience in the elicitation of ideas by facilitating discussion in multi-party forums.
• A history of professional behaviours as part of a research team, plus the motivation and discipline to work autonomously.
• The ability to deal with ambiguity and situations that lack clarity.

To see all the criteria required for success in this role, click on the ‘Position Details’ link below. 

Position Details

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Talk to us about how this role could be flexible for you. Balance

Eligibility

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Clearance or equivalent.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. Diversity and Inclusion Strategy

About CSIRO

At CSIRO, Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply online and provide a CV and cover letter outlining your motivations for applying and your suitability for the role, paying particular attention to the requirements outlined in the Position Details

Applications Close

Sunday 18 July, 2021 (11pm AEST)

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.