The Opportunity

• Join CSIRO - Australia's National Science and Innovation Agency!
• Endless opportunities to grow & develop your career
• Innovative and collaborative workplace with fantastic flexibility

This role has two aspects, equally weighted, Associate Science Director (Science Engagement) 50% and Senior Research Scientist 50%.

Associate Science Director (Science Engagement) works closely with the Data61 Science Director and will play a leading role in developing and driving Data61’s Science. A key objective of this role is to foster a strong relationship between Data61 and other business units.

The Senior Research Scientist aspect of the role is to conduct innovative research leading to scientific achievements that are aligned with CSIRO’s strategies. The Senior Research Scientist may be engaged in scientific activity ranging from fundamental research to the investigation of specific industry or community problems. The Senior Research Scientist will have the opportunity to build and maintain networks, play a lead role in securing project funds, provide scientific leadership and pursue new ideas and approaches that create new concepts.

As Senior Research Scientist you will join one of our Research Programs and be accountable for the delivery of specific elements of the Program’s overall impact, science and financial objectives as well as the ongoing development of its strategy. You will be required to assist science leaders plan, monitor and prioritise effort in key impact focus areas and identify capability required to deliver to CSIRO mission and external project opportunities. Externally the role will work closely with an identified Group Leader to lead a portfolio of multi-disciplinary, collaborative research projects that deliver towards the science strategy and impact for Data61. 

Your duties will include:

• Responsible for coordinating and implementing strategy to strengthen future science and technology;
• To support the science director in the promotion, advocacy and integration of Science Digital across CSIRO; 
• To provide science leadership across a targeted number of CSIRO challenges and key sectors for Data61; 
• To identify new large-scale science and technology opportunities and to communicate these effectively; 
• To guide scientific engagement within Data61 and to support the development of future science planning across CSIRO   
• To understand and communicate the scientific goals of CSIRO and to communicate the strategic plans of Data61 across CSIRO 

Location: Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney
Salary: AU$ 146,207 to AU$ 161,767 pa + up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 4 years
Reference: 93850

To be considered you will need:

Essential

Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed.

• A PhD (or an equivalent combination of qualifications and research experience) in a field relevant to Data61
• Demonstrated ability to undertake original, creative and innovative research by generating and pursuing novel ideas and solutions to scientific research problems.
• A demonstrated publication history of authorship on scientific papers in peer reviewed journals and/or reports, grant applications or inventorship on patent applications;
• Demonstrated leadership and excellence in a relevant field of science, with a strong track record of outcomes and/or impact delivered.
• Evidence of strong engagement skills and strategic relationship management that grows new science opportunities and supports commercial outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to attract, retain, empower and develop world class talent and to promote wellbeing and foster cross organisational capability.
• Behaviours are that are exemplary, and that actively promote cross domain collaboration and corporate initiatives.

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to strategically develop effective programs and opportunities that respond to national and global research challenges, drawing from knowledge in innovation systems, mission-oriented R&D.
• A track record in supporting a senior leader in optimal positioning, organisational alignment and science delivery in the national interest.

For full details about this role please view the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold, or be able to obtain, a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs, whether we are undertaking research, engaging with the public or nurturing future scientists in person or online. Source – CSIRO Child Safe policy 2023

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

29th August 2023, 11:00pm AEST