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Aquaculture Biologist Traineeship (Identified Role - Indigenous)
We are looking for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who want to gain a Nationally Accredited Qualification whilst undertaking on-the-job training.
The CSIRO Agriculture and Food Aquaculture Biologist Traineeship program will provide the successful candidate with on-the-job training in a wide variety of analytical techniques while working as part of a supportive and experienced team. As an Aquaculture Biologist Trainee, you will be primarily responsible for routine aquatic animal husbandry work including cleaning tanks, feeding and handling animals, and preparing and maintaining facilities and equipment while working as part of an integrated team. This position is part of the ISAP research group and will operate under the direction of a team leader located on site at the Bribie Island Research Centre (BIRC).
Over the course of the traineeship, the successful candidate will be provided with adequate time within work hours to complete a Nationally Accredited Qualification relative to the position and encouraged to participate in CSIRO’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Network as well as attend business unit specific activities. Upon successful completion of CSIRO Agriculture and Food Aquaculture Biologist Traineeship program the trainee may be considered for further employment with CSIRO subject to the availability of suitable positions.
Location: Bribie Island, QLD
Salary: starting salary of AU$24,288 to AU$26,041 plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Duration: Specified term of approximately 18 months depending on course of study
Reference: 76298
For details about who to contact and for more information please view the Position Description
CSIRO considers the filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity/affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).
The position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with Australian Citizenship. The successful applicant will be required to provide evidence to confirm that they are an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.
The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check and is required to provide contact details of at least one Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Referee.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
25 October 2021, 11:00pm AEDT