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Research Project Officer - Crop Improvement

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CSIRO

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Australia , Adelaide

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Research and Development

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76000.00 - 96000.00 AUD / Year
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Job Description:

We are seeking a Research Projects Officer to play a key role in advancing grapevine rootstock development and gene-editing of premium wine grape cultivars. This opportunity is based at the Waite Campus in Adelaide, SA, within the Perennial Crop Improvement and Clonal Crop Trait Improvement Teams in the Trait Innovation Group. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in plant tissue culture, media preparation, and molecular techniques for genotyping and selecting plants with targeted DNA polymorphisms. We are looking for someone who works effectively both independently and within a collaborative team, demonstrates superb attention to detail, keeps meticulous records, and is eager to expand their technical skills. If you’re passionate about plant innovation and contributing to high-impact research, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibility:

  • Perform routine tissue culture activities: Utilize a modified embryo-rescue method to establish rootstock breeding populations and for marker-assisted selection
  • Propagate and maintain grapevine rootstock and scion populations in tissue culture and de-flask this material to the glasshouse
  • Perform DNA and RNA extractions to support molecular marker development
  • Assist rootstock team with KASP genotyping
  • Maintain vines in growth chambers and glasshouses
  • Utilize PCR based techniques including CAPS/dCAPs genotyping to identify gene-edited vines
  • Preparation of tissue culture media, solutions and associated consumables
  • Utilize Electronic Laboratory Notebook system for record keeping
  • Work with teams to identify potential risks in to improve HSE working conditions
  • Work collaboratively across the Perennial Crop Improvement and Clonal Crop Trait Improvement Teams
  • Adhere to the spirit and practice of CSIRO’s Values, Code of Conduct, Health, Safety and Environment procedures and policy and diversity initiatives

Requirements:

  • A tertiary degree in a relevant discipline such as plant biology and/or equivalent relevant work experience in plant tissue culturing techniques and molecular breeding techniques
  • Demonstrated experience with plant propagation and husbandry
  • Demonstrated strong organisational and record‑keeping skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • A demonstrated commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing of staff, willing to challenge the status quo in pursuit of Zero Harm

Nice to have:

  • Experience with preparing media and standard tissue culture techniques in grapevine
  • Experience with molecular techniques, including PCR techniques related to genotyping (KASP and CAPS/dCAPs)
  • Experience with propagating grapevine and maintaining grapevine in the glasshouse
What we offer:
  • 15.4% superannuation
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Expiration:
March 25, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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