Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis till June 2026.
Base salary range: Level 7: $100,524 – $111,534 p.a.
(pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area The Resilient Landscapes Hub is one of four research Hubs under the Australian Government's National Environmental Research Program.
The Hub provides research to inform management of Australia's terrestrial and freshwater habitats to promote resilience, sustainability and productive practices.
The Resilient Landscapes Hub delivers applied research to support management of Australia's terrestrial and freshwater habitats, including a focus on bushfire recovery, feral animals and invasive species impacts, and accessible science to assist land managers develop and maintain resilient, sustainable and productive landscapes.
The Hub has a budget of $47 million over 6 years.
The Hub includes researchers from the 11 Universities, the CSIRO and State Government research agencies.
About the opportunity Contribute to the Hub's Communication strategy.
Coordinate the Hub's website and social media channels.
Monitor and report on communication activities.
About you Relevant tertiary qualification in science communication, science, natural resource management, or similar discipline, or demonstrated equivalent competency.
Substantial relevant communications experience at an appropriate level.
Strong ability to understand and translate scientific outcomes into targeted communication products, such as factsheets, newsletter stories, and content for online/social media channels.
Experience engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, such as government agencies, industry bodies, Indigenous groups, environment organisations, community groups, research institutions and the media.
Position description: PD [Research Communications Officer] [518701].pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Michael Douglas at ****** How to apply Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document.
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Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 12 January 2025 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
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