Research Scientist in Coleoptera (99906)

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The opportunity

CSIRO is seeking a PhD-qualified entomologist to join the Australian National Insect Collection (ANIC) within the National Research Collections Australia. As part of a research collaboration with the Department of Agriculture Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) this role will focus on producing a comprehensive morphology-based monograph of 150 Cerambycidae (longhorn beetle) species of quarantine concern including identification keys diagnostic files and DNA barcodes.

Working under the guidance of Dr Adam lipiski the successful applicant will contribute to world-class research in insect taxonomy and systematics and also support the upcoming volume of the Australian Beetles series.

ANIC is Australias largest insect collection and part of CSIROs broader natural history research hub which integrates taxonomy diagnostics genomics and ecology with national biosecurity priorities.

Your duties will include :

Under the direction of the supervising research scientist this Research Scientist will :

• Lead and deliver a research project on longhorn beetles (Cerambycidae) of quarantine concern including :

A taxonomic review of approximately 150 species

Location : Black Mountain Canberra Australia

Salary : AU$114k - AU$123k plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure : Specified term of 3 years

Reference : 99906

To be considered you will need :

Essential

Desirable

For full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian / New Zealand Citizens Australian Permanent Residents or you must either hold or be able to obtain a valid working visa for the duration of the specified term. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security / medical / character requirements.

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How to apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrateyour motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications close

8th June 2025 11 : 00pm AEST

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Machine Learning,Python,AI,Bioinformatics,C / C++,R,Biochemistry,Research Experience,Natural Language Processing,Deep Learning,Molecular Biology

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 114 - 123