Senior Climate Change Modeller & Ocean Risk Scientist

Department of Primary Industries and Regions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1 253 000 - 1 365 000; Full time

Job summary

A South Australian government agency is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing as a Climate Change Modeller. The role involves leading the development of climate-ocean models to evaluate environmental changes that affect harmful algal blooms. Candidates should hold a PhD in Marine Science or a related field, possess a Class C driver's license, and be ready for fieldwork. The position offers a competitive salary starting from $110,696 to $120,470 per annum, presenting significant career development opportunities within a forward-thinking team.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Learning and development flexibility

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Class C driver’s licence.
• Ability to undertake sampling from small research vessels.
• Willingness to work extended hours at sea.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of climate-ocean and ecosystem modelling frameworks.
• Assess long-term environmental change impacts on harmful algal blooms.
• Support strategic planning and adaptation across government and industry.

Skills

Marine Science

Climate Science

Environmental Modelling

Education

PhD in Marine Science or related discipline

Job description

A South Australian government agency is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing as a Climate Change Modeller. The role involves leading the development of climate-ocean models to evaluate environmental changes that affect harmful algal blooms. Candidates should hold a PhD in Marine Science or a related field, possess a Class C driver's license, and be ready for fieldwork. The position offers a competitive salary starting from $110,696 to $120,470 per annum, presenting significant career development opportunities within a forward-thinking team.