Research Agronomist

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; Híbrido; AUD 85.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Educación

Agricultural science degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Department of Primary Industries, Queensland – Cloncurry QLD

As our Research Agronomist, you will:

• Provide strategic support to the leadership of North Queensland Farming Systems in North Queensland to build a portfolio of research, development and extension projects that supports continued innovation for productive, profitable and sustainable farming systems in line with government / departmental priorities.
• In consultation with the team leader, you will provide scientific support to develop and negotiate new projects and funding from other agencies and funding bodies that address research priorities.
• Build and maintain effective and mutually beneficial internal and external relationships and collaborative partnerships with industry organisations', Natural Resource Management bodies and other government agencies at a regional and state level to address productivity and environmental outcomes.
• Identify, develop, implement, and evaluate field trial programs that advances agronomic practices that have a positive impact on productivity and water quality outcomes.
• Ensure that appropriate processes are used so that research outcomes are understood by stakeholders and are integrated into improved management practices and ability to implement an agronomic field trial program.
• Contribute to the research and publish key findings in scientific journals, report impacts and implications in line with industry and department needs.
• Collect, collate, evaluate and analyse project data using appropriate computer and scientific technology.
• Maintain an individual professional development program and active professional networks to ensure best practice in research and extension in the farming systems area.
• Work as part of a team to ensure project milestones are attained in a timely manner.
• Undertake supervision and direction of support staff, as needed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the department's code of conduct including the principals and practices of employment equity, ethical conduct and workplace health and safety.

What we are looking for:

• A relevant degree, or equivalent academic qualifications, in agricultural science, applied science, rural science or relevant field. Broadacre dryland crop research and extension experience is highly desirable.
• A current "C" class drivers' licence.

The successful applicant will be required to perform a variety of physical tasks, including standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, sitting, twisting, climbing, and working outdoors in varying environmental conditions. This role requires out of hours work, travel, weekend work and remote work to service research sites across Northern Queensland.

Why work for us:

• Work with passion and purpose.
• Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow.
• Enjoy interesting, diverse work.
• Follow your path wherever it leads.
• Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive.
• Be part of our united DPI.

Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.

Join us and be a part of preserving Queensland's agricultural landscape. Visit www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.