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Farming Systems Research Agronomist
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The role of Research Scientist staff is to conduct innovative research leading to scientific achievements that are aligned with CSIRO’s strategies. The Research Scientist may be engaged in scientific activity ranging from fundamental research to the investigation of specific industry or community problems.
CSIRO Agriculture seek an experienced Farming Systems Agronomist to join the Adelaide-based group. The position will involve on-farm agronomic experimentation in southern Australia to investigate the impacts of a range of innovative crop management strategies to improve productivity and input-use efficiency.
A key requirement in this newly created role will be to develop and apply digital agriculture principles within the portfolio of relevant CSIRO activities at both experimental and farm-scales. Emerging technologies in soil and crop sensing, and farming systems simulation will be linked to industry needs, along with developments in digital platforms that are now being widely promoted for industry application.
You will be a senior scientist and future leader who will drive new collaborative opportunities both within CSIRO and with external collaborators and investors. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop a national profile and reputation and to become a future leader of R&D in the area of modern, digitally enabled farming systems agronomy.
Location: Adelaide, SA
Salary: AU$117,917 - AU$138,176 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified Term of 3 years, Full-time
Reference: 88132
Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed.
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents.
Australian temporary residents who are currently residing in Australia and have the right to work for the expected duration of the term with no requirement for sponsorship.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Monday 17 October 2022, 11:00pm AEDT.