Principal Research Scientist - Low Carbon Liquid Fuels, CSIRO

Principal Research Scientist - Low Carbon Liquid Fuels

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Brisbane ▼
Canberra
Melbourne

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

163000.00 - 180000.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Join CSIRO's Foresighting team to help shape Australia's Low Carbon Liquid Fuels future, focusing on sustainable feedstock supply from agriculture and forestry to support decarbonisation of hard-to-abate sectors like aviation, mining, and heavy transport.

Job Responsibility:

Undertake leading-edge scientific research in LCLF and bioresource management
Lead research component of projects and contribute original ideas
Identify emerging industry needs and conceive new project ideas
Provide scientific leadership to colleagues and students
Build strong relationships with industry and government clients
Advise policymakers and communicate complex research outcomes
Work with business managers to assess commercial opportunities
Anticipate shifts in research and development for strategic planning

Requirements:

PhD (or equivalent combination of qualifications and research experience) in Environmental or Chemical Science or Engineering, Agricultural Science or Engineering, Agricultural Economics or similar
Strong domain knowledge of agriculture in Australia's energy transition and pathways to developing LCLF industry
Demonstrated ability to undertake original, creative and innovative research in bioenergy or biofuel production
Demonstrated track record of securing funding from government and industry sources for bioenergy/biofuel research projects
Strong inter-personal and collaboration skills with existing professional networks
Demonstrated publication history in peer reviewed journals, reports, grant applications or patents
Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary and regionally dispersed teams

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements
Career development opportunities
Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance may be provided

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 31, 2025

Expiration:
November 30, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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