Science Leader - Geothermal Energy Stream

• Highly experienced in science leadership & project management
• Creative thinker and innovative science advocate
• Excellent communication & negotiation skills  

We are seeking suitably qualified applicants for the position of Science Leader in the area of Geothermal Energy at CSIRO Earth Science and Resource Engineering (CESRE).  This Senior Scientist role will involve the development and management of a research program strategy as well as directing a collection of related research projects. The position may be based in Perth but final location could be subject to negotiation.

The role will involve:

• Working with the Theme Leader and Science Team to develop a research program and individual research project proposals;
• Developing and managing expenditure and revenue budgets for projects within the stream to deliver science outcomes on brief, on time and on budget;
• Building productive client/stakeholder relationships;
• Identifying, promoting and exploiting commercial opportunities and managing intellectual property;
• Supporting Research Group Leaders in their performance management and development of project staff.

To be considered you will hold a PhD and documented research in Geothermal Energy (or related fields) and you should demonstrate:

• Expertise in high level science leadership;
• Experience building cohesive teams, inspiring, motivating, coaching and developing staff to their full potential;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including highly effective negotiation and relationship management experience;
• An ability to establish and deliver on major collaborative partnerships with external research providers in a timely and professional manner.
• A commitment to ensuring client satisfaction.

In return you will be rewarded with:

• An opportunity to lead and mentor Australia's finest research and graduate scientists.
• Well equipped facilities, state-of-the-art equipment and modern office spaces at the Australian Resources Research Centre (ARRC);
• Easy access to co-tenants in Technology Park and facilities at Curtin University.
• "Out of City" work environment: plenty of free parking, pushbike friendly workplace, close to parklands, rivers & the Vic Park Cafe Strip, plus an onsite staff cafeteria.  
• Up to 15.4% Superannuation.
• Options for salary sacrificing.
• Flexible Working Arrangements and enhanced leave entitlements. 
• CSIRO's commitment to Diversity, Health, Safety & the Environment. 

About CSIRO

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world. By igniting the creative spirit of our people we deliver great science and innovative solutions for industry, society and the environment.

CSIRO Earth Science and Resource Engineering (CESRE) is a new research division of CSIRO comprising staff brought together from the former Divisions of Exploration & Mining and Petroleum Resources. Our research programs cover the breadth of science and technology development across the resource industry including exploration geoscience, mining science and engineering, petroleum engineering and petroleum geoscience. Our staff work closely with industry, government and research stakeholders to deliver world-class science and engineering solutions to this vital sector.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply for all CSIRO positions.