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Job Description
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Working to protect the states environment and heritage.
- Creating a talent pool to fill upcoming vacancies over the next 18 months
- Office location - Parramatta or key Science & Insights regional locations. Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $124322 base to $138494 top super
About the Role
We are looking to build a talent pool of capable people who would be interested in upcoming positions as a Senior Scientist across Threatened Species Quantitative Ecology and Spatial Science.
Senior Scientist - Threatened Species
Senior Scientist priorities are to design and drive the strategic delivery of research and conservation projects for threatened species in NSW. This role provides expert scientific and analytical guidance across key threatened species conservation programs ensuring research is aligned with legislative requirements and conservation priorities.
Undertake the role description key accountabilities in the context of:
- Influencing the strategic direction of science priorities for the conservation and management of threatened species in NSW including conservation science ecology and/or fire science.
- Working collaboratively to identify priority knowledge gaps for threatened species and supporting research to address these including through adaptive management.
- Developing and delivering priority conservation research for threatened species that meets organisational objectives and appropriate standards of rigour.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior ScientistandStatement of work - Senior Scientist Threatened Species
Senior Scientist - Quantitative Ecology
Provide high level analytical technical and scientific support to the implementation of terrestrial restoration science and research programs and projects covering diverse and strategic environmental initiatives across NSW.
Undertake the role description key accountabilities in the context of:
- Lead the development of statistical models to facilitate continuous improvement and update of benchmarks with new data.
- Lead the delivery of new vegetation condition benchmarks that utilise new vegetation classification data for the eastern central and western portions of the State.
- Support delivery of elements of the statutory 5-year review of the Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) namely recommendation 1 - Develop and adopt robust and consistent methods to review and assess impacts of changes in vegetation condition benchmarks to the BAM and update vegetation condition benchmarks.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Scientist andStatement of work - Senior Scientist Quantitative Ecologist
Senior Scientist - Spatial
Senior Scientist Spatial Science priorities are to provide advanced analytical scientific and technical support for the delivery of DCCEEW science programs. The role provides expert scientific and analytical guidance to keep the evidence base up to date to support key programs.
Undertake the role description key accountabilities in the context of:
- Supporting spatial needs of key internal and external stakeholders by providing expert advice and undertaking spatial analysis including data curation to support the delivery of conservation programs.
- Providing spatial analytics for policy development including using spatial data to analyse and calculate the impacts of potential policy options.
- Providing expert advice on the best available spatial data best practice and undertaking analyses.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Scientist (Spatial)andStatement of work - Senior Scientist Spatial
About You
Were looking for candidates who bring a strong blend of scientific expertise and project leadership. The ideal applicants will demonstrate:
- Advanced scientific knowledge and practical experiencein designing implementing and evaluating robust science-based projects. Youll be confident in applying scientific principles to real-world challenges and translating complex data into actionable insights.
- Proven project management capabilities including the ability to plan coordinate and deliver projects on time and within budget. This includes resource allocation stakeholder engagement and risk management.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to monitor progress measure outcomes and clearly communicate results to diverse audiences including technical teams leadership and external partners.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Collaborative mindset with experience working across multidisciplinary teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Essential Requirements
- Relevant science degree qualification.
Who we are
DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 19 October at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Laura Babian via or.
A recruitment pool will be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
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- How we encourage and supportpeople with disability
- Information andadjustments for individual needsfor the recruitment process and the workplace.
If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailingor contacting Jessica Smith via or(please mention reference number 545496).
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Role DescriptionRequired Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
