Senior Principal Research Scientist (Ecosystems)

Salary: Specified Calling Level 5, $151,757 - $164,376 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022
Location: Perth Metropolitan Area
Closing Date: 2024-01-31 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Pillar/directorate:
Sustainability and Biosecurity
Branch:
Ecosystems
Tenure:
Permanent - Full Time
Position Number:
70191111
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The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) lead the sustainable development of Western Australia’s regions and agriculture, aquaculture, food and fisheries sectors. In everything we do, we take an approach to protect, grow and innovate WA’s economy, community and environment.
About the opportunity
As a Senior Principal Research Scientist, you will lead the delivery of high-quality science research advice within the Ecosystems section of the Aquatic Science and Assessment Branch. You will co-drive the Department’s scientific resource assessment efforts within the fisheries space and be responsible for directing and managing research programs. These programs will provide mathematically robust assessments of varying complexity to meet research strategies. The successful applicant will be required to lead a team of Principal Research Scientists to ensure that mathematical and statistical assessments across a broad range of research projects are conducted to meet Departmental objectives.The broader branch team will consist of up to 30 scientists for which you will have responsibility.
We currently have one permanent full-time position with flexible work arrangements available for immediate filling.
We are looking for individuals with:

• professional science qualifications and experience using these qualifications in fisheries resource management
• a passion for scientific delivery and a track record of successfully applying contemporary mathematical approaches aimed at delivering fisheries management advice;
• highly developed conceptual, analytical and decision-making skills;
• strong leadership skills and experience managing scientific projects that deliver advice for fisheries and aquatic resource management outcomes.

For further information and special requirements for this role please see attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
At DPIRD we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application:

• A comprehensive CV that highlights your skills, experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees.
• A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to the following Work Related Requirements:

• Role Specific: 1, 2
• Core Capabilities: 9

It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements will be assessed at some stage during the selection process.
Need further information?
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact , Chief Fisheries Scientist, on 0419 196 162 during office hours.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1943.
Am I eligible to apply?
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period as part of your application.
You will be required to provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment. If not currently held, this must be acquired prior to appointment at applicant’s expense.
This process may be used to fill other same/similar fixed term, permanent, vacancies that arise in DPIRD at locations listed in this advert. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the approval of the initial recruitment decision.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job-related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. We reserve the right to supplement the field of applicants via an executive search if required.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)