Department of Primary Industries
1. Fixed term temporary - flexible full time until 30 June 2029.
2. Salary package (including super and leave loading) - $133,735 to $143,835 per annum.
3. Enjoy flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance
As our Senior Research Scientist, you will provide strategic leadership for the southern Queensland broadacre cropping component of a large project that will be assessing a range of new agronomic canopy management technologies, that seeks to improve cotton productivity and efficiency.
You must possess a:
1. Australian Bachelor degree (AQF level 7 or equivalent) or higher in agriculture science, applied science, rural science or equivalent academic qualification with knowledge and/or skills in field based agronomic research.
2. Current 'C' driver licence, with the ability to get a manual licence.
You will have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, a keen eye for detail, outstanding time management and effective problem-solving skills, with a positive attitude to contribute to our close-knit and connected team.
Join us and be a part of preserving Queensland’s agri-system.
Visit our website (www.dpi.qld.gov.au/careers) to learn more about us and what we do.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/661068/25
Closing Date: Wednesday, 01 October 2025
Candidates apply for your job on: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.viewFullSingle?in_organid=14904∈_jnCounter=223065829
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