Fisheries - Ecological Modeller or Senior

Level 6 - Position Description

• Lead research projects aimed at the further development of practical approaches to ecosystem-based fisheries management, in particular the development and application of approaches to evaluating spatial management strategies in combination with more conventional management measures and their potential use in adaptive management of marine resources.
• Contribute to the strategic science directions of the research group, particularly in the areas of management strategy evaluation (MSE), quantitative fisheries stock assessment, and ecological modelling of harvested marine ecosystems.
• Undertake formal representational duties as part of the engagement strategy to ensure effective adoption and impact of research outputs.
• Meet project output requirements such as reporting milestones for internal and external clients.
• Contribute to the processes of scientific and strategic planning undertaken by the relevant Divisional and Flagship Stream(s) Theme(s) and Research Group(s).
• Contribute to the supervision, professional development and mentoring of staff and other colleagues.
• Through compliance with CSIRO’s policies and procedures, help encourage and ensure the safe operation of all project activities
• Undertake other scientific activities as directed by CSIRO senior management.

OR

Level 7 - Position Description

• Lead the strategic research component of research projects aimed at the further development of practical approaches to ecosystem-based fisheries management, in particular the development and application of approaches to evaluating spatial management strategies in combination with more conventional management measures and their potential use in adaptive management of marine resources.
• As a member of the science leadership team, contribute to setting the strategic science directions of the research group, particularly in the areas of management strategy evaluation (MSE), quantitative fisheries stock assessment, and ecological modelling of harvested marine ecosystems.
• Undertake formal representational duties as part of the engagement strategy to ensure effective adoption and impact of research outputs.
• Meet project output requirements such as reporting milestones for internal and external clients and, where required as a Project Leader, manage project resources including financial, capital and human resources.
• Contribute significantly to the processes of scientific and strategic planning undertaken by the relevant Divisional and Flagship Stream(s) Theme(s) and Research Group(s)
• Supervise staff, including performance and career management, professional development and mentoring of staff and students.
• Through compliance with CSIRO’s policies and procedures, help encourage and ensure the safe operation of all project activities
• Undertake other scientific activities as directed by CSIRO senior management.

Applicants must address the selection criteria.  Applicants that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.  To assist you prepare your application please read the information available at "Guidelines for Applicants"
Level 6 - Selection Criteria

Essential

1. PhD or equivalent research experience in quantitative ecology, fisheries stock assessment or ecological modelling.
2. Several years research experience in formulating, implementing and applying ecological models to harvested marine resources, and in the use of simulation models and methods to evaluate the robustness of formal harvest strategies. (e.g. Management Strategy Evaluation) and a significant record of research excellence (indicated by the outcomes of completed work and scientific publications).
3. Familiarity and experience with a range of modelling approaches, such as deterministic and stochastic models, process-based and statistical models, and decision analytical approaches.
4. Familiarity and practical experience with programming languages commonly used in the development of fisheries and ecological models.
5. Experience with techniques for statistical inference and parameter estimation in dynamical models.
6. Ability to collaborate across disciplines with scientific colleagues in order to assemble the information required to formulate and test ecological and population models.
7. Demonstrated ability to fulfill funding-agency milestone and reporting requirements.
8. Demonstrated ability to work closely and collaboratively with field ecologists and other modellers as part of a multidisciplinary team in order to ensure field data collection, modelling and evaluation are well integrated.
9. Demonstrated experience at national fora in the representation of science in natural resource management issues, and the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate in national and international scientific and policy fora.

Desirable

1. Experience in scientific aspects of ecosystem-based management and/or adaptive management.
2. Knowledge of Australia’s marine fisheries and ecosystems.
3. Knowledge or experience with current science and policy initiatives relating to ecosystem-based fisheries management.

OR

Level 7 - Selection Criteria

Essential

1. PhD or equivalent research experience and a national reputation in quantitative ecology, fisheries stock assessment or ecological modelling.
2. Significant research experience in formulating, implementing and applying ecological models to harvested marine resources, and in the use of simulation models and methods to evaluate the robustness of formal harvest strategies. (e.g. Management Strategy Evaluation) and a strong record of research excellence (indicated by the outcomes of completed work and scientific publications).
3. Familiarity and experience with a range of modelling approaches, such as deterministic and stochastic models, process-based and statistical models, and decision analytical approaches.
4. Familiarity and practical experience with a range of programming languages commonly used in the development of fisheries and ecological models.
5. Experience with techniques for statistical inference and parameter estimation in dynamical models.
6. Ability to collaborate across disciplines with scientific colleagues in order to assemble the information required to formulate and test ecological and population models.
7. Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and lead scientific research projects that are large, complex, multi-institutional, or have a strong multidisciplinary character and the ability to fulfill funding-agency milestone and reporting requirements.
8. Demonstrated ability to build and manage multidisciplinary research teams in order to ensure field data collection, modelling and evaluation are well integrated and staff are managed appropriately.
9. Demonstrated experience at national and international fora in the representation of science in natural resource management issues, and the ability to effectively communicate and negotiate in national and international scientific and policy fora.

Desirable

1. Experience in scientific aspects of ecosystem-based management and/or adaptive management.
2. Knowledge of Australia’s marine fisheries and ecosystems.
3. Knowledge or experience with current national and international science and policy initiatives relating to ecosystem-based fisheries management.

"Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply".

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You are required to include two documents:(1) A document Addressing the "Selection Criteria" and

(2) A "Resume or CV" including the names of at least two referees.

Note:  Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

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If you are unable to lodge your application online, please fax your application (quoting reference number 2008/498) to +61 2 6246 4455 or alternatively post to:

CSIRO Careers Online

PO Box 225

DICKSON ACT 2602

Contact:  Should you require more information on this position please contact Campbell Davies on 03 6232 5044 or email campbell.davies@csiro.au and if you should have any administration queries, please contact Liz Moore on 07 3214 2335 or email liz.moore@csiro.au

Please do not email your application directly to Campbell or Liz. Applications received via this method will not be considered. Please use the 'Apply Now' link below.

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