Scientific Officer Join us at the Australian Museum and help us achieve our Mission to ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change About the Project The Australian Museum has recently received research grant funding for scientific work supporting the Curator of Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Biology and the Frog ID team in advancing machine learning techniques in species identification from bioacoustic data. We are looking for a fixed term scientific officer to join the project team. About the Role The Scientific Officer (Frog Bioacoustics and Machine Learning) is a crucial role that sits within the Herpetology and Frog ID team. The role will support scientific research using machine learning to identify frog species in audio of calling frogs from the Frog ID project, building on the Australian Museum Science Strategy. The role will involve scientific analyses of audio recordings from the Frog ID project using machine learning methodologies, data preparation and annotation, model testing and assessment, model monitoring, reporting and scientific writing. Employment Status: Scientific Officer 1/2 Fixed term 12 months Full time 35 hours per week You will be paid a competitive annual salary $70,694 - $109,194, plus employer's contribution to superannuation (currently 11.5%) and annual leave loading. Knowledge & Experience Strong background in data engineering and machine learning, with an interest in biodiversity conservation. Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret bioacoustic data. Proven ability to prepare scientific publications and to present research to wide audiences. Competence in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB or R. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Essential requirements Ph D in Biological or Mathematical Sciences or Engineering with a strong background relevant to the Museum's work. About The Australian Museum The Australian Museum is truly a great place to work. We aim to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations' culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs. Recent staff survey results confirm that our staff feel valued, accepted and supported and that they believe the AM is an inclusive workplace. AM staff also report a high level of job satisfaction. The AM is located on the homelands of the Gadigal people and acknowledges and pays respect to the Gadigal people as the custodians of the land, sky and waterways, paying respect to Elders past and present. Benefits Besides working together with other like-minded people, you will have access to professional development and dedicated Wellbeing programs. How to apply Applicants must submit (if submitted as attachment, please upload as PDF): A one to two page covering letter which addresses the role description's essential requirements, key knowledge and experience. Resume As part of the online application process, you will be prompted to answer two targeted questions: Please outline your experience in applying machine learning techniques (400 words maximum). Please detail your competence in programming languages such as Python, MATLAB or R? (400 words maximum). For more details, Frequently Asked Questions and how to apply for the role, go to the Australian Museum's website. The successful applicant will be subject to national criminal records check. As recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), the Australian Museum encourages all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so. Inclusive and welcoming The Australian Museum is an NSW Public Service organisation and aims to attract and retain the right people for the right jobs. The AM is a diverse and inclusive workplace where genuine participation and contribution is enabled, and everyone, regardless of their background, identity or circumstances is valued, accepted and supported to thrive at work. This means that we are embedding diversity and inclusion in everything we do on a daily basis, whether it be our recruitment processes, workplace culture, career development programs, customer service or policies and procedures. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment process to better enable you to shine, please reach out to the contact person or note this in your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr