Forest Health Monitoring Lead Scientist

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Flexible working arrangements

4 weeks annual leave

3 public sector holidays

National Park Entry Pass

Free staff parking

EAP for you and your family

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Western Australia seeks a Research Scientist - Forest Health Monitoring Coordinator to lead forest health monitoring, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and support conservation outcomes through rigorous data analysis and reporting.

Reporting to the Ecosystem Science Program Leader, the role involves managing the FHMP budget, coordinating reporting for the Forest Management Plan, coordinating data management,

Qualifications

• Proven ability to liaise with diverse peers and stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Knowledge of contemporary biodiversity monitoring principles for ecosystem management.
• Experience undertaking ecological monitoring and research for conservation.
• High-level data management and analysis skills integrating diverse data sources.
• Strong verbal and written communication, including reports and peer-reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the forest health monitoring program with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the Forest Health Monitoring Program budget.
• Coordinate reporting of FHMP projects for the Forest Management Plan.
• Coordinate data management processes.
• Provide expert advice on monitoring program design and data analysis.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Biodiversity monitoring

Ecological research

Data management

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in Ecology

Job description

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Western Australia seeks a Research Scientist - Forest Health Monitoring Coordinator to lead forest health monitoring, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and support conservation outcomes through rigorous data analysis and reporting.

Reporting to the Ecosystem Science Program Leader, the role involves managing the FHMP budget, coordinating reporting for the Forest Management Plan, coordinating data management,