Position No: DBCA3142778

Salary/Level: Specified Calling Level 2, $107,948 – $118,277 p.a. plus Superannuation

Tenure: 36-months Fixed-term, Full-time

Location: Woodvale, Western Australia

Applied research undertaken by the Animal Science Program seeks to understand the factors and processes that are critical for the conservation of Western Australia's rich and unique native fauna.

We currently have an opportunity for a Research Scientist to join our team.

In this position, you will design and undertake scientific research to inform the effective conservation management of northern quolls and bilbies in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, provide expert scientific advice, and effectively translate results of research to inform conservation priorities for these species.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A covering letter.
• A written response addressing the five (5) requested criteria below (in no more than five (5) pages).
• A current CV, including the details of two referees.

Selection Criteria

1. Relevant experience in planning and implementing remote-area ecological research on threatened fauna to address conservation management questions.
2. Sound knowledge of experimental design and complex statistical analyses applied to informing effective conservation management of threatened fauna.
3. Demonstrated ability to publish research findings in a range of formats in a timely manner, including peer reviewed journal articles.
4. Well-developed skills to work in research teams and build innovative programs around collaborative research.
5. Proven ability to effectively translate research outputs and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to achieve conservation outcomes.

Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online.

For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further job-related information, please contact Dr Lesley Gibson on 0417 648 825.

Closing date: Wednesday, 2 April 2025 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.