Benthic Invertebrate Field Biologist - Abalone

• Provide scientific leadership in abalone biology and ecology
• Lead major field research programs
• Deliver high-quality, objective, and trusted science to support the sustainable management of Tasmania’s abalone fishery
• Lead the field, ecological, and experimental research required to generate robust biological evidence for assessment and management
• Lead scientific diving programs, remote sampling, biological monitoring, and experimental studies focused on abalone populations, habitats, and environmental drivers of productivity
• Design, implement, and analyse complex ecological and experimental studies
• Produce peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, ecological summaries, and briefing materials for Government and industry stakeholders
• Secure competitive external funding
• Lead constructive engagement with Government, industry, and community stakeholders
• Provide scientific and operational leadership for HDR students, technical staff, field teams, and early-career researchers

• A PhD in marine science, ecology, fisheries science, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated capability in abalone survey methods, habitat assessments, biological sampling, tagging studies, and in situ measurement techniques
• Strong quantitative skills, including ecological modelling, spatial analysis, and interpretation of biological datasets
• Demonstrated leadership of complex abalone field programs
• Experience supervising HDR students, technical staff, and early-career researchers
• A high-quality publication record in relevant scientific journals
• Required diving qualifications (refer to Position Description)
• Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables fulfilment of the role requirements

17% superannuation