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Principal Research Scientist - Low Carbon Liquid Fuels

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CSIRO

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Location:
Australia, Brisbane

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Category:
Research and Development

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

163000.00 - 180000.00 AUD / Year

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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