Vacancy No. 2016-16415
Urrbrae
Full Time up to 11/01/2019
$60,019 - $73,661 per annum, PO1

South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) provides research and development services to the state government, commercial clients and research partners to help make South Australia’s primary industries and regions internationally competitive and ecologically sustainable. SARDI’s programs are designed to increase the productivity, sustainability and adaptability of the state’s agriculture, food and wine, fisheries and aquaculture and bioscience enterprises, create opportunities for market growth, address barriers to growth and provide applied solutions.

The Research Officer (Vegetable Soilborne Diseases) is responsible for fulfilling specific objectives within HIA funded projects and will undertake field, greenhouse and laboratory trials to facilitate the delivery and reporting of research outcomes. The Research Officer is required to supervise casual staff and manage WHS issues as required in the field and laboratory.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Agricultural or Biological Science ideally in soil biology or agronomy.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

This is a contract / term vacancy up to 11/01/2019. Possession of a current driver's licence and a willingness to drive is required. Out of hours work will be required. You will be exposed on a daily basis to allergens.

ENQUIRIES AND APPLICATIONS TO

Michael Rettke
GPO Box 397, Adelaide SA, 5001
Phone: 83039414
Email: Michael.Rettke@sa.gov.au 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please forward a Covering Letter (no more than 3 pages) outlining your skills and experience in relation to the Professional and Technical Knowledge, Attention to Detail and Communication capabilities of the role and a current CV. Applicants are to include the contact information of 3 current referees and a completed Pre Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector form.

For information on how to apply and a copy of the Role Description visit www.pir.sa.gov.au/pirsa/careers

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 6 January 2017