Research Leader Invasive Plants & Animal
Lead a world-class research team. Set the long-term strategic vision for invasive species research. Position based in Orange -other locations by neg
Summary about this job
Government - State
Company: NSW Department of Industry
Location: Blue Mountains & Central West
Work type: Full Time
Salary: Salary from $121,917 per annum + super
Phone: +61-2-1041-9051
Fax: +61-8-4581-1028
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Detail information about job Research Leader Invasive Plants & Animal. Terms and conditions vacancy
Do you have the “backbone” to take on a leadership role which will help set the long-term strategic vision for invasive species research?
What's on Offer:
As a Manager Invasive Species Research with the Department of Primary Industries, you’ll be:
- Taking the step from researcher to leader of a world-class research team
- Providing academic and managerial direction within both the Vertebrate Pest Research Unit and Weed Research Unit
- Earning from $121,917 per annum (plus superannuation) and 17.5% leave loading
- Part of the Biosecurity & Food Safety Division
- Using your experience in a role that offers autonomy, vision and growth
What You’ll Do:
- Lead, manage and coordinate the Vertebrate Pest Research Unit (VPRU) and the Weed Research Unit (WRU)
- Identify and develop the vision and direction for your team, encouraging a collaborative work environment
- Represent NSW DPI on senior research policy and technical committees
- Lead, facilitate and coordinate the development and implementation of invasive plant and animal research objectives at state and national levels
- Engage in writing and in person with various audiences on a local, state and national level
- Negotiate with external funding organisations and internal and external project collaborators
- Ensure appropriate grant funding is achieved, research remains relevant and is aligned to state and national priorities
What You’ll Have:
- Tertiary qualification in Agriculture, Science, Natural Resources or equivalent
- Demonstrated research experience and performance in a relevant field, with the drive and vision to take the step up to a leadership and management role
- A current NSW Driver Licence
What You’ll Need to Enjoy and be Good in this Role:
- The passion to manage and direct a world-class research team.
- Exceptional communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- A collaborative leadership approach
- The vision of a big picture thinker
- Credibility and expertise in the field
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- The ability to deliver results and lead by example
- A knack for managing multiple tasks and projects
- A high work standard and pride in delivering results
How to Apply
- Simply submit your application electronically via the online application process, attaching a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience match what we are looking for, and we will get back in touch after the closing date.
Closing Date: 11:55 pm on Friday, 27th July 2018
Further information:
- Andrew Sanger, Director Invasive Plants and Animals on 0419 185 396 or [email protected].
- For the role description please click here
Additional Information
- A recruitment pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles of the same standard that may become available for filling over the next twelve months.
- The NSW Department of Industry is an inclusive workplace which promotes diversity and encourages flexible working arrangements.