Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development WA – Perth WA Research Scientist Salary: Specified Calling Level 2-3, $102,808 - $130,458 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2022 Location: Perth Metropolitan Area Closing Date: 2024-11-18 12:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Pillar/directorate: Sustainability and Biosecurity Branch: Agriculture Resource Management and Assessment Tenure: Permanent - Full Time Position Number: 70191032 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 There is currently one (1) permanent – full time position available for immediate filling. The Fisheries and Agriculture Resource Management directorate is seeking an experienced Research Scientist in Data, Modelling, and Analysis who is passionate about making a positive impact in the natural resource sector. In this role, you will work with field scientists to improve data collection, maintain and improve databases, information flows and analysis approaches to inform resource management decisions. Your work will contribute to sustainability and the economic development of the agri-food industry, with a focus on export-led growth and maintaining a sustainable and productive agricultural system. Your expertise in advanced data analysis tools and methodologies will be essential for enhancing our research capabilities and ensuring sustainable management of our resources. If you are passionate about using data to drive strategic decision-making, we want to hear from you! Please note that flexible work arrangements are also considered. Ideal candidates will have the following: Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Science or an approved equivalent. Strong quantitative science and computing skills, specifically in the context of working with various types of natural resource data and cloud computing. Demonstrated ability to build custom tools and workflows to support data collection, storage, analysis, and presentation. Demonstrated experience with relational databases including Oracle and SQL Server. Geospatial programming and experience with various GIS platforms (ESRI suite, QGIS, Shiny tools, etc) would be highly regarded. API development skills would be highly regarded. For further information for this role please see the attached Job Description Forms (JDFs), which also outlines the core capabilities we will be looking for in an ideal candidate. 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 experience, and achievements including details of two (2) referees. A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relate to this opportunity. It is recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information. All Work-Related Requirements, core capabilities and alignment of personal/Department values will be assessed at some stage during the selection process. The DPIRD Applicant Information Kit provides further information in that regard. The Department will consider applicant knowledge, qualifications, skills and experience to determine if candidates are suitable at either Specified Calling Level (SCL) 2 or 3 as per the attached JDFs. Would you like further information about the role and work we do? For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Karen Holmes, Principal Research Scientist, on (08)9368 3917 during office hours. If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 in the first instance. For further information about the recruitment process please contact our Employment team on (08) 6552 1***. Employment Conditions and Additional Information DPIRD is an Emergency Management Agency and all employees may be required to work or travel during, or outside of, normal business hours to assist with incidents and emergencies. 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 12:00pm will not be accepted). #J-18808-Ljbffr