As Our Technical Officer (Nutrient Cycling) You Will
* Actively participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team and provide research/technical support for coordination, planning, organising and conduct of field, laboratory and glasshouse experimental aspects to support industry‐funded research projects in soil, manure and related greenhouse gas management systems.
* Physically undertake and apply rigorous and precise field, greenhouse and laboratory sampling, preparation and experimental skills under the guidance of the principal scientist, including:
o Establish, conduct, and maintain glasshouse, plant accelerator, plot, field and laboratory experiments in soil and manure management systems, and mechatronics.
o Establish and maintain field measurement and sample collection of greenhouse gas emissions, soils and emission source materials, effluent, and conduct analysis using experimental and analytical techniques (testing of mechatronic platforms, flow‐through non‐steady state chambers, etc.).
o Collect, collate, and analyse experimental results of research via Excel and R, and communicate them to the responsible scientist in a timely manner.
* Maintain and calibrate research equipment, apparatus construction, and purchase of chemicals, media, reagents and other consumables.
* Build effective working relationships with project team members, stakeholders, professional networks and department staff; liaise and coordinate project activities with commercial cooperators.
* Assist in the preparation of material for project reports for departmental, commercial client and funding body publications; peer‐reviewed publications; and assist with compilation of relevant industry extension material.
* Communicate details of the research and results to visiting groups.
What We Are Looking For (qualifications, registrations, experience)
* Australian Diploma level qualification or higher in Agricultural Science, Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering from a recognised tertiary institution.
* A current 'C' class driver's licence.
* Commitment to obtaining vaccination or provision of evidence of prior immunity to Q fever, required prior to commencement.
Desirable Attributes / Technical Requirements
* The ability to apply technical knowledge, physical capability, and skills in soil, manure and/or gas sampling, and establishment and operation of field and glasshouse agronomic trials.
* The ability to apply technical knowledge and skills in nutrient and greenhouse gas analysis and related experimental skills to support research projects in nutrient cycling, water transport of nutrients, agritech and greenhouse gas experimentation.
Benefits
* 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.
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