Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) (View other jobs from this organisation)
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About AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) is Australia’s tropical marine research agency.
Our research into some of Australia’s iconic marine ecosystems guides their management and that of similar systems around the world. We do marine science that has practical benefit to the real world, providing high quality, large-scale and long-term research that is used by governments, industry and the wider community to make informed decisions about the Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf and Arafura and Timor Seas.
AIMS researchers at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to the best tools and equipment like the National Sea Simulator, cutting edge laboratories and our fleet of research vessels.
About this Opportunity
AIMS’ Experimental Scientist (Water Quality) performs essential activities that enable our Sustainable Coastal Ecosystems and Industries in Tropical Australian program to deliver science relating to the critical issue of cumulative stressors in a broad range of tropical marine habitats arising from coastal and catchment development, in the context of shelf-scale ecosystem drivers.
In this exciting role, you will work within a small team to provide technical leadership for the delivery of water quality monitoring and biogeochemistry research in the coastal ocean. You will apply your high degree of problem-solving skills, initiative, reliability, and attention to detail to coordinate laboratory analyses for monitoring programs, as well as designing and conducting field experiments in the coastal ocean. The current research foci for the team are productivity, nutrient cycling, and land?sea linkages. This research is essential to elucidate the drivers of coastal water quality and identify links with land?based activities to better inform monitoring and management decisions. You will take on a central role in the Reef 2050 Marine Monitoring Program (MMP) ? Inshore Water Quality as well as leadership responsibilities for water quality monitoring at the Yongala National Reference Station through IMOS.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. The successful candidate will be rewarded with:
About You
You will have achieved your postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) in environmental science, chemistry, biology, oceanography or a related field, and will be able to reflect on your knowledge and experience conducting boat-based field research, including familiarity with instrumentation such as CTDs and data-logging sensors to demonstrate your:
Next Step
If this opportunity is something you are interested in, download the application information from our website www.aims.gov.au/employment. Candidates are advised that applications must include statements addressing the selection criteria.
Position enquiries can be directed to Dr Renee Gruber, r.gruber@aims.gov.au.
Shortlisted applicants may be asked to complete a personal outlook analysis questionnaire using the Birkman Method.
Applications close Tuesday, 22 November 2019.