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Senior Fisheries Research Scientist

2 months ago


Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Australian Government - Department Of Climate... Full time
About the Role

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to lead and conduct fisheries research in the Southern Ocean. As a Senior Fisheries Research Scientist, you will be part of a small team conducting research at the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD).

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and conduct outcome-focused fisheries research
  • Conduct the Heard Island Mackerel Icefish stock assessment
  • Plan and lead research undertaken on research or commercial fishing vessels
  • Maintain high-level expertise and peer recognition in fisheries science
  • Effectively communicate research outputs to scientists, industry, fisheries management, and environmental NGOs
  • Represent Australia at CCAMLR meetings as required
  • Supervise staff and/or students
Requirements
  • Advanced degree or Diploma in a scientific or related discipline
  • Strong statistical and/or numerical modelling skills
  • Demonstrated high-level competence in using databases and statistical software packages such as R
  • Demonstrated experience in toothfish and icefish fisheries science including fish stock assessments
  • Effective oral and written communication of research results and their implications
  • Demonstrated ability to achieve outcomes in international management fora such as CCAMLR
  • Demonstrated ability to plan and manage research projects
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and/or students
Working with Us

The AAD is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. As primary agency for Australia's Antarctic Program (AAP), the AAD is responsible for achieving the Australian Government's Antarctic goals.

The AAD Science Branch leads, conducts and supports a world-class program of scientific research and environmental management, consistent with national priorities through the Australian Antarctic Science Strategic Plan.

The branch provides research and advice to support Australia's Antarctic policy objectives, including participation in the Antarctic Treaty system and other international committees, commissions and intergovernmental panels.

The Fisheries team are part of the Southern Ocean Ecosystems Program, one of five Programs within the AAD's Science Branch.

The Fisheries team conducts strategic research and provides management advice to support the sustainability of the Australian fisheries for Patagonian toothfish and Mackerel icefish in the Southern Ocean at Heard Island and Mc Donald Islands (HIMI) and Macquarie Island (MI), and the exploratory toothfish fisheries in the area managed by the Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Resources (CCAMLR).

What We Offer

The AAD offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. As a Senior Fisheries Research Scientist, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of scientists and researchers, and contribute to the advancement of fisheries research in the Southern Ocean.

The AAD is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, and offers a range of benefits and support services to its employees.

For more information about the role and the AAD, please contact [insert contact details].