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Scientist, Fish Ecology
- Jobs | Early Career
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Victoria State Government
- Melbourne VIC, Australia
- Posted
6 years ago
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Victoria State Government
Scientist, Fish Ecology
- Jobs | Early Career
-
Victoria State Government
- Melbourne VIC, Australia
- Posted
6 years ago
-
Victoria State Government
Overview
Work with Energy, Environment and Climate Change Flexible Working Options Melbourne CBD Location
The position of Scientist, Fish Ecology is responsible for providing strategic research and management advice to answer key questions related to ecologically sustainable land or water management and resource use policies for the Biodiversity Division.
We are building an inclusive workplace to help realise the potential of our employees, embrace our differences, and apply our diverse thinking to innovation and delivering services to Victorian communities. All jobs can be worked flexibly and we encourage job applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. The role will actively contribute to a multi-disciplinary team of research staff investigating freshwater fish ecology and providing expert advice for the management of aquatic ecosystems.
Accountabilities
Contribute to projects relating to aquatic ecology, particularly fish ecology to deliver agreed outcomes for DELWP.
Complete or assist in aquatic fauna (mainly fish) sampling programs using a range of techniques.
Co-ordinate and/or undertake literature reviews, project planning and budgeting.
Prepare and or contribute to project briefs, project reports and scientific papers and present research at conferences and to stakeholders as required.
Key Selection Criteria
The key selection criteria specified below outline the capabilities required for the position.
A science degree with a major in ecology or equivalent is mandatory
Specialist skill: experience in and knowledge of freshwater fish ecology, preferably relating to flow regimes (river and wetland).
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 24 months.