Principal Scientist

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time
A full-time opportunity to join a team of remote sensing and spatial professionals to contribute to the team's delivery of environmental compliance projects.
Your excellent technical capabilities in contemporary high-performance computing and spatial analysis will be enable you to lead technical aspects of programs which acquire, analyse and integrate remote sensing and spatial data to inform environmental compliance activities.
This role is open to all applicants, however, applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander or with disability that meet the minimum requirements for the role, will be given priority consideration and invited to participate in the next selection activity.
As The Principal Scientist, You Will Lead, coordinate and contribute to the research, development, implementation and continuous improvement of methods and standards for time series analysis and change detection; and apply your skills in contemporary programming languages and skills (such as Python, Postgres SQL/Post GIS, APIS, containers, cloud based and hybrid computing) to build and maintain proactive compliance systems.
Represent DETSI in legal and court proceedings and present expert, technical remote sensing science evidence for environmental and vegetation management compliance cases.
Have a mind-set of continuous improvement by leading and mentoring staff, supervising research and providing critical peer review of scientific methods, results and associated documentation.
For This Role, You'll Need To Demonstrate your high-level research and development skills and experience to plan, implement and deliver operational landscape mapping and monitoring products in high performance computing environments, using satellite, airborne and groundbased digital data; high performance computing, cloud-based and hybrid computing would be considered favourably.
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of, and experience in contemporary remote sensing and spatial sciences for monitoring, assessment and mapping of landscape features, particularly for environmental change and/or environmental compliance.
Demonstrate your proven ability and experience in satellite imagery interpretation and analysis, and the delivery of scientifically defensible spatial information products, preferably with experience in supporting legal proceedings or providing scientific advice or information for high-level decision-making.
How To Apply You are encouraged to connect with Joanne Hansen, Science Leader, to discuss this opportunity and flag any reasonable adjustment you may require before applying.
Refer to the Position Description for full details on how to apply.
To enable the selection panel to confirm that you are eligible for priority consideration, the panel requires your written assertion that you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent or you are a person with disability in your cover letter or resume.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/644407/25 Closing Date: Monday, 7 July 2025 Occupational group Sciences
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