Field Agronomy Research Technician

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation; Canberra, Boorowa; Presencial; AUD 76.000 - 96.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CSIRO is seeking a Research Technician in Farming Systems to support long-term field-based experiments at Boorowa or Black Mountain. You will establish trials, manage data, and apply digital approaches to improve productivity and sustainability in Australian agriculture.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with researchers and field staff to deliver outcomes across crops, soils, and livestock plots while following established protocols and safety guidelines.

Formación

• Relevant trade certificate/diploma/bachelor’s degree or equivalent in agricultural science or related field.
• Experience with agronomy and crops typical to southern Australian temperate mixed farming systems.
• Ability to manage data and records of varying types in field-based research.
• Ability to follow protocols to collect soil and plant samples for analysis.
• Project management experience planning and prioritising tasks to meet project goals.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in implementing complex farming systems and agronomic experiments.
• Manage crops and field trials, including sampling and site management.
• Oversee livestock grazing experimental plots and data collection.
• Plan ahead to meet experiment and project demands under limited supervision.
• Maintain confidentiality with commercially sensitive information and supervise junior staff.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, servicing schedules and safe use of shared gear.
• Perform straightforward experiments and routine analyses in the lab.
• Provide guidance on techniques and protocols to less experienced staff.

Conocimientos

Agronomy

Data management

Soil & plant sampling

Project management

Equipment operation

Communication

Driver's licence

Agricultural technology interest

MR license (heavy vehicle)

Educación

Diploma/Bachelor in Agricultural Science

Descripción del empleo

CSIRO is seeking a Research Technician in Farming Systems to support long-term field-based experiments at Boorowa or Black Mountain. You will establish trials, manage data, and apply digital approaches to improve productivity and sustainability in Australian agriculture.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with researchers and field staff to deliver outcomes across crops, soils, and livestock plots while following established protocols and safety guidelines.