Remote Field Trials Agronomist

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland – Cloncurry QLD is seeking a Research Agronomist to support North Queensland Farming Systems with R&D and extension projects across Northern Queensland. You will develop field trials, build partnerships with industry bodies and agencies, and ensure findings are communicated to stakeholders and implemented into farming practices.

The role requires occasional travel, out-of-hours work and outdoor work across varying environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• Degree in agricultural science or equivalent.
• Current C-class driver's licence.
• Willingness to travel across Northern Queensland and work out of hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support to North Queensland Farming Systems to build a portfolio of R&D and extension projects.
• Develop and negotiate new projects and funding with agencies and funding bodies.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry organisations, Natural Resource Management bodies and government agencies.
• Identify, develop, implement and evaluate field trial programs.
• Ensure research outcomes are understood by stakeholders and integrated into improved management practices.
• Publish findings in scientific journals and report impacts.
• Collect, collate, evaluate and analyse project data.
• Maintain professional development and networks.
• Work as part of a team to meet milestones and supervise staff.

Education

Agricultural science degree or equivalent

Job description

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland – Cloncurry QLD is seeking a Research Agronomist to support North Queensland Farming Systems with R&D and extension projects across Northern Queensland. You will develop field trials, build partnerships with industry bodies and agencies, and ensure findings are communicated to stakeholders and implemented into farming practices.

The role requires occasional travel, out-of-hours work and outdoor work across varying environmental conditions.