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• Senior Scientist Net Zero Emissions Modelling
• Ongoing full-time opportunity, Parramatta or Lidcombe based
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $116,059 to $129,288 + super

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Scientist in our Net Zero Emissions Modelling team, within the Climate and Atmospheric Science branch.

The Senior Scientist is responsible for greenhouse gas emissions research, analysis and modelling, providing support to the Net Zero Emissions Modelling team for their state- and economy-wide  emissions modelling program.

What is in it for you?

• Work in a welcoming, multi-disciplinary team who will value the knowledge and skills you bring
• Expand your knowledge base and network through collaborating with science and policy experts from across the division and other state and federal agencies and organisations
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements around when and where you work
• Be part of the solution and work with us on carbon modelling to inform net zero policy and programs.

About You

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Knowledge and experience in delivering rigorous greenhouse gas science research, analysis and modelling projects.
• Relevant science qualifications.
• Experience working collaboratively with a team to deliver customer focused results.

The following skills would be highly regarded:

• Programming skills, for example in python, SQL, DAX, R
• Knowledge and experience in spatial analysis and working with spatial datasets
• Sector specific expertise or experience in emissions or decarbonisation in one or more of the sectors we model (transport, industrial processes, energy, waste, land, agriculture)  

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Scientist Net Zero

About Us

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

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.

Applications close 17^th November 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Ronan Kellaghan via ronan.kellaghan@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0416 340 194.

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 Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au  (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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