| Job Category: | Climate Science |
| Organization: | CSIRO |
| Job Title: | Climate Risk Research Scientist |
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| Salary: | $83K to $90K + up to 15.4% Superannuation |
| Reference Number: | 2010/343 |
| Job City / State: | Melbourne |
| Job Region: | Australia, New Zealand and Oceania |
| Position Type: | Mid Level |
| Job Closing Date: | 2010-07-16 |
| URL: | recruitadmin.csiro.au/hrtools/View_job.asp?RefNo=2010%2F343 |
| Email: | CSIRO-CAREERS@CSIRO.AU |
| Phone: | 130.030.1509 |
| Company Type: | For Profit |
| Job Description: | The Position
Do you have a strong track record of undertaking innovative research? Are you highly motivated and committed to team-based processes & outcomes? Apply your expert knowledge in CSIRO & really make a difference! CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research (CMAR) are currently seeking a Research Scientist to conduct research on climate change science, risk assessment, adaptation and vulnerability. This position will be in Aspendale, Victoria, Australia. Specifically the role will involve: Working closely with scientists and other professionals in CSIRO, universities, industry and government agencies undertaking research on climate change vulnerability assessment; Developing innovative approaches for vulnerability assessment, including risk framing and evaluation, adaptive capacity metrics, links between biophysical and social and economic impacts, levels of gdangeroush climate change, and management of uncertainty; Researching the processes for translating assessments into policy as part of a broader adaptation plan; Publishing technical reports, consultancy reports and journal papers. Communicating results through seminars, workshops and conference presentations; and Managing projects from client engagement to delivery, on time and on budget. In return you will be rewarded with: CSIROfs commitment to Diversity, Health, Safety & the Environment; Up to 15.4% Superannuation. Flexible Working Arrangements and enhanced leave entitlements; Employee Assistance Program; Active Benevolent Fund. Located in: Aspendale, VIC Salary Range: $83K to $90K plus up to 15.4% Superannuation Tenure: Indefinite/Ongoing CSIRO The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world. CSIROfs culture, conditions and environment support people to manage their careers and strike a balance between their work and personal lives. For more information please see http://www.csiro.au/org/Working-at-CSIRO.html. The Business Unit CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research is a Business Unit within the Environment Group, one of three Science Research Groups operating within the CSIRO Research Enterprise. CMAR is the largest Business Unit by expenditure and revenue in CSIRO with an annual budget in excess of $90m and employs over 550 dedicated research and support staff. CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research aims to advance the Australian climate, marine and earth systems science. Our research focuses on issues affecting Australia and the world, and we provide a range of scientific and consulting services that are underpinned by this research. For further information about CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research, visit our website at http://www.cmar.csiro.au. Apply now by visiting our website: www.csiro.au/careers click on positions vacant and enter reference no: 2010/343 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 16 July 2010 |
| Job Requirements: | To be considered you will hold a PhD in environmental science/policy or an equivalent field, have at least 3 years postdoctoral research experience in environmental sciences, and can demonstrate:
A good understanding of climate change science and risk assessment frameworks; Experience in statistical analysis; Excellent written and oral communication skills, including demonstrated experience in publishing papers in scientific journals and presenting material at workshops and conferences; and An ability to engage clients to determine their needs and take responsibility for client satisfaction. |
| Last Updated: | 06/08/10 |
| Date Posted: | 06/08/10 |
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