Senior Fisheries Scientist

Dept Of Primary Industries & Fisheries

Job Title:
Senior Fisheries Scientist

Department/ Location:
Dept Of Primary Industries & Fisheries / Deception Bay / $69 246 - $74 600 p.a.

This is a team based role where you will specialise in the development, application and communication of new and improved fisheries assessment techniques that will increase the sustainability of the commercial and recreational fishing sectors in Queensland. You will work collaboratively with others in the team and with external stakeholders to provide research services to DPI&F according to an ongoing funded schedule of stock assessment related activities. The use of various statistical and mathematical methods to analyse fisheries data is an integral part of the position’s role.

The responsibilities required of this job are:
1.Develop, evaluate and report on the status of various fisheries resources as negotiated with fisheries managers, industry, clients and other stakeholders.
2.Analyse numerous fishery data sets using appropriate statistical and mathematical methodologies.
3.Research, analyse and make recommendations on relevant government priorities inline with improving the management of the commercial and recreational fishing industries and their supporting ecosystems and improving industry profitability and sustainability.

If this opportunity interests you, visit the Queensland Government Smart Jobs and Careers website
www.jobs.qld.gov.au and download the job description, application coversheet and applicant guide for more information about the position and how to apply.

For more information about this position please visit
www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au

Please quote the Job Advertisement Reference number for this position as QLD/DPIF6637/08. Applications close Midnight, Monday 23/06/2008.

Closing Date: Monday, 23 June 2008

Invoice Number Q014255
Job Reference DPIF6637
Posting Date: 10/06/08
Closing Date 23/06/08