Spatial Ecological Modeller - CSIRO - GreenCareer

First listed on: 19 January 2023

Spatial Ecological Modeller

 

Acknowledgement of Country

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The Opportunity

  • Apply your environmental/spatial modelling skills to novel research projects
  • Lead projects focused on the sustainable management of Australia’s ecosystems
  • Join the supportive multi-disciplinary team at CSIRO in an ongoing role!

We are currently seeking a motivated Spatial Ecological Modeller to join our newly-created CSIRO Environment business unit, in an ongoing role!

In this role, you will become an integral part of our diverse team of talented researchers and modellers within the ‘Managing Water Ecosystems’ Group, that focuses on investigating how water ecosystems respond to flow regimes including different water resource management strategies. While your role will have a primary focus on the Murray-Darling Basin, you will also have opportunities to be involved in a variety of other major research initiatives across Australia. You will bring your valuable ecological and spatial modelling experience to design, develop and expand research initiatives, and strategically enhance the scientific understanding of different ecosystems and their response to management. Managing successful interactions with external clients and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships would also be a key component of your role.

If you are interested in applying your spatial modelling expertise in to innovative, large-scale research projects focused on enhancing Australia’s environmental and water security, we would love to hear from you! CSIRO offers excellent career development & professional support to grow your career, and we are strongly committed to diversity and supporting flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include:

  • Applying or developing approaches using modelling, spatial analysis, remote sensing and machine learning that progresses understanding of temporal dynamics of ecological and ecosystem change.
  • Incorporating ecological understanding of freshwater systems, as well as adapting and/or developing original concepts and ideas for existing & future research projects, across spatial scales including basin scale.
  • Developing models and modelling tools, including at systems scales and decision-based support systems providing recommendations that can be used by water managers.
  • Interacting with key clients, other research programs in CSIRO Environment Business Unit and across various Business Units within CSIRO, and with external project-based research partners.
  • Developing and leading a variety of research projects.
  • Drawing on professional expertise, knowledge and research experience to recognise opportunities for innovation and generate new theoretical perspectives by pursuing new ideas/approaches and networking with scientific colleagues across a range of disciplines.

Location: Canberra, ACT or Adelaide, SA
Salary: AU$105K – AU$114K pa + up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time
Reference: 91093

To be considered you will need:

  • A PhD in spatial science, ecology or relevant discipline area, with skills in freshwater ecology, machine learning techniques and modelling.
  • Demonstrated skills in working with and managing ‘big data’ including use of data platforms, such as Google Earth Engine including excellence in script production using Python and R.
  • Extensive experience in environmental research with established networks, particularly related to modified rivers, and an understanding of the research needs and ecological issues within Australian river systems.
  • A demonstrated history of publications in quality, peer reviewed journals and contribution to client reports.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to publish results and present to a range of audiences.
  • Demonstration of ability to effectively work in multi-disciplinary teams, and ability to undertake independent individual research, to achieve organisational goals.
  • A record of science innovation and creativity, including the ability and willingness to incorporate novel ideas and approaches into scientific investigations.
  • Experience in developing new projects.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

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. 

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. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

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How to Apply

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.

Applications Close

1 February 2023, 11:00pm AEDT