As Our Senior Scientist (Pastures), You Will

Design, lead and implement native and improved pasture research projects related to extensive livestock production systems in Queensland, including development of funding applications.
Lead, identify and develop approaches to grazing system analysis, calibration and simulation modelling and decision support for profitable and sustainable management of grazing lands.
Organise and participate in field work related to grazing land management research, development and extension on commercial livestock properties and departmental research facilities and undertake extended periods of field work as required.
Lead the publication of high-quality pasture research project reports, peer reviewed scientific journal articles, media releases, newsletter articles, technical notes and other extension materials arising from project outputs.
Communicate project objectives and outcomes, verbally, written and electronically to producers, industry and other interested stakeholders using innovative extension approaches.
Work effectively and collaboratively within a team of scientists, technical and extension staff from within the department and with other research organisations, such as universities and the CSIRO.
Work independently when required and supervise support staff and project budgets.
Develop and maintain effective relationships, networks and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including government, community and industry leaders to support research outcomes.

What we are looking for

We are seeking the best suited candidate for the role. We will achieve this by:

assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfill the role requirements (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles)
evaluating your potential contributions to the department and how your involvement would uphold our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.

Eligibility requirements

You will be asked to provide evidence of how you meet the eligibility requirements during the selection process.

Citizenship or visa requirements

To be eligible for this opportunity, you must be an Australian citizen, hold permanent residency status, or possess a visa allowing you to work in Australia.

If You Are Not An Australian Citizen, You Must

provide evidence of your residency status or visa, along with your right to work (including any conditions and/or restrictions
inform the department if your right to work in Australia ceases.

Licences and registrations

A current “C Class” drivers license

Mandatory Qualifications

A Bachelor of Agricultural Science, Applied Science or Science in a field relevant to the position from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent academic qualifications.
For international qualifications, the applicant will need their qualification assessed, to determine comparability with the Australian Qualifications Framework.

The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training can assist with these assessments for Queensland residents.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/628894/25

Closing Date: Thursday, 10 April 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Department of Primary Industries (Queensland)

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