Job search
Technical Officer (Winter Cereal Pathology)
Crop and Food Science; Agri-Science Queensland; Agriculture; Hermitage Research Facility (HRF), Warwick
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
As a Technical Officer, working within a diverse and energetic team, you will:
• Collaborate with project leaders and team members on a range of research projects focusing on disease screening for a range of foliar pathogens
• Undertake field research and controlled environment experiments in the laboratory and glasshouses
• Observe and record data from trials
Just imagine what you could achieve with us.
Learn more about how we contribute to Queensland everyday:
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Sciences |
| Classification | TO2, TO3 |
| Workplace Location | Darling Downs - Maranoa |
| Job ad reference | QLD/631857/25 |
| Closing date | 08-May-2025 |
| Job duration | Temporary until 30 June 2027 |
| Contact person | Xuechen Zhang or Lisle Snyman |
| Contact details | PH: 0405 219 576 or 0428 324 932 Access the National Relay Service |
The Opportunity:
As a Technical Officer, you will join a diverse and energetic team collaborating on a range of research projects mainly focusing on disease screening for a range of foliar pathogens. You will be involved in a mixture of laboratory, controlled environment, and field activities for generating inoculum, establishing and maintaining epidemics in the field and conducting field trials.
What we are looking for (Qualifications, registrations, experience):
You must possess a:
- A relevant diploma or higher qualification in Applied Science, Rural Science or Rural Techniques from a recognised tertiary institution
- Current 'C' class driver licence
This role requires knowledge/experience with pesticide application (desirable) and a Chemical accreditation (or the willingness to acquire). You will have skills in laboratory, controlled environment and field research techniques relevant to plant pathology and the ability to conduct field and controlled environment experiments.
Ideally, you will have knowledge of and experience in the identification of foliar winter cereal diseases, inoculum increase and assessing winter cereal diseases under field or controlled environment conditions.
You will have a keen eye for detail, great time management and effective problem-solving skills, with a positive attitude, to contribute to our close-knit and connected team.
Why work for us:
Learn why our people choose DPI and more importantly why they stay.
- Work with passion and purpose
- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow
- Enjoy interesting, diverse work
- Follow your path wherever it leads
- Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive
- Be part of our one, diverse DPI
Find purpose you feel, impact you see and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and be a part of preserving Queensland's agricultural landscape.
Visit our website (www.daf.qld.gov.au/careers) to learn more about us and what we do.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/631857/25
Closing Date: Thursday, 8 May 2025
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
