Python Job: Scientist Climate & Atmospheric

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Exciting new Scientist role
• Permanent full-time opportunity, Lidcombe location
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $97,933 to $108,202+ super

Our Climate and Atmospheric Science branch is currently seeking to appoint a Research Scientist to participate in research and development related to atmospheric science and modelling. The successful applicant will provide advanced computer-based data processing, data management and spatial analysis that assists to deliver the Climate and Atmospheric Research science programs.

About You

As a Scientist you will be committed to working collaboratively with a team to deliver customer-focused results and showcase our world-leading science.

You will

• Provide support in air quality research and development to improve forecasting and operational applications.
• Maintain the highest standards of open communication, collaboration, scientific rigour, data and knowledge management.
• Develop and present technical scientific reports that explain complex processes clearly and are suitable for a range of audiences.
• Deliver high quality science through maintaining high level, up to date knowledge and skills in relevant areas and provide input into the design and creation of tools and resources to achieve project and organisational objectives.

Essential Requirements and Key Knowledge

• Relevant scientific qualifications.
• Demonstrated expertise in computer-based analysis of environmental spatial data.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in data analytics, data management, interpretation, relevant software programs, scripting in ‘python’ or ‘r’.

For more information read the full Role Description: Scientist

For more information hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website.

About Us

The Department of Planning and Environment’s (DPE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the Premier’s Priorities and welcome applications from all.

The Climate & Atmospheric Science branch work with multiple agencies within the NSW Government, in other states, and with businesses and communities to better understand our atmospheric environment and to assist decision makers dealing with the complex policy issues of air pollution and climate change.

We operate the largest and most comprehensive air quality monitoring network in Australia, with more than 90 stations across the state providing hourly updated air quality readings to the web.

We provide the NSW Government’s daily air quality forecast needed by the Government and communities to raise awareness about the prevailing air quality.

We provide the NSW Government’s flagship regional climate modelling (NARCliM) and assist stakeholders across the NSW, ACT and South Australian Governments, businesses and communities to understand climate change, climate risks and their potential impacts.

We provide the core climate science that underpins the recently released NSW Adaptation Strategy. This integrates climate impact science across multiple disciplines including natural hazards, hydrological modelling, biodiversity and landscape modelling and integrated risk management

Our Net Zero Emissions Modelling is underpinning the development of programs to support the NSW Government’s Net Zero Emissions Plan Stage 1 and tracking greenhouse gas emissions and abatement opportunities across all sectors of the economy and regions of NSW.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

DPE strongly recommends all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.

Applications close Sunday 20th November 2022 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Dr Merched Azzi, Senior Team Leader, Atmospheric Research via [email protected] or on (02) 9995 5175

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on [email protected] (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/our-mob-on-country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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