Research Group Leader - Pests and Diseases, CSIRO

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Canberra

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

157833.00 - 174631.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Join CSIRO's Crops Program to lead cutting-edge research addressing crop pests and diseases through advanced genetics and innovative technologies. As Group Leader, you'll drive scientific excellence and strategic direction while managing a talented team and a research portfolio focused on protecting key crops like cereals and legumes from major threats.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and inspire diverse science teams to deliver high-impact projects within Agriculture & Food's Crops Program
Attract, develop, and retain world-class talent
Drive science impact planning and oversee delivery of complex projects
Build and nurture strong partnerships with stakeholders and clients
Champion change management and open communication
Strategically manage resources, including staff allocation and financial oversight
Develop and maintain national and international research collaborations and professional networks

Requirements:

PhD (or equivalent) with managerial experience or qualifications
or managerial qualifications combined with significant experience and depth of understanding of science from either a research or industry background
Proven leadership in a relevant field with demonstrated experience in designing and implementing novel approaches in crop genetic improvement for pest and/or disease resistance
A thorough understanding of impact pathways, and the criteria for successful adoption of novel selection methods, traits and varieties
Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and people leadership skills, including ability to build collective direction across diverse disciplinary teams, navigate contentious issues, set guiding boundaries, reach consensus or compromise, and foster collaboration to achieve shared goals
Evidence of engagement across a range of stakeholder types, resulting in strong and lasting relationships with successful business development outcomes that supports public good and commercial outcomes
Demonstrated ability to lead individual and groups of projects of scale and/or complexity and manage financial and project performance
Demonstrated commitment and success in mentoring, coaching, and developing staff, fostering individual growth, managing performance, and building cohesive high-performing teams

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements
Career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
October 03, 2025

Expiration:
October 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Research Group Leader - Pests and Diseases

CSIRO

Location:Australia, Canberra

Category:Research and Development

Contract Type:Employment contract