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Research Scientist - Molecular Plant Pathology
CSIRO Agriculture and Food is seeking a motivated Research Scientist – Molecular Plant Pathology to join the Crop Immunity Group that is part of the Traits Program. This is a dynamic program that develops and deploys traits to industry to sustain and enhance agriculture within Australia and across the globe. The Crop Immunity group works on solutions to major yield-limiting pest and disease problems of crops, with a focus on broad acre farming systems.
As the successful candidate, you will be a part of a larger, high performing, multidisciplinary project team working with agribusiness to research biofungicide production and evaluation in crop protection. You will functionally evaluate biofungicides in vitro and in planta within controlled environments. Most activities will be laboratory, glasshouse and office based, but occasionally field work will be required. To be successful, you will be able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience in all these environments.
Location: Canberra (Black Mountain) ACT
Salary: AU$102k - AU$111k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term until 28th June 2024
Reference: 78685
For full details about this role please review the Position Description
To be eligible for this role, you must be:
• An Australian/New Zealand Citizen
• An Australian Permanent Resident or
• An Australian temporary resident currently residing in Australia (visa sponsorship may be provided to eligible candidates).
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
7 November 2021, 11:00 pm AEDT