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Biometrician
Crop and Food Science; Agri-Science Queensland; Agriculture; Toowoomba
Bring legacy to life. For the future of Queensland and the world.
As a Biometrician, you will work within an energetic team, working collaboratively with researchers to provide statistical expertise in agricultural research experiments across diverse settings, including field, glasshouse and laboratory environments, using statistical and predictive modelling techniques.
Bring legacy to life for the future of Queensland and the world. #DPIcareers
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | PO3 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/706822/26 |
| Closing date | 23-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | until 31 December 2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Valeria Paccapelo |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 4529 1216 Access the National Relay Service |
The Opportunity
As our Biometrician, you will:
• Undertake statistical analysis and interpretation of agricultural and biological research data using a major statistical package such as R, ASReml-R or GENSTAT.
• Undertake statistical design of research experiments and the application or extension of the principles of mathematical statistics to scientific inference within the agricultural and biological sciences.
• Research or extend statistical methodologies as required to solve applied problems arising in agricultural or biological research programs and associated biotechnologies.
• Develop and maintain knowledge and skills in best-practice data management, predictive modelling, data mining and visualisation.
• Contribute to the development and adoption of technology and researcher-facing applications that improve analytical efficiency, promote sound statistical practice and support consistent, high-quality research outcomes.
• Collaborate with field crop researchers to provide statistical and data science support across the design, analysis, interpretation and communication of research trials and related datasets.
• Maintain an active individual professional development program and contribute to the development of appropriate professional networks at the State and national level; foster the professional training and development of colleagues and scientific peers.
• Report results and communicate well with colleagues, scientific peers, clients and project stakeholders, both orally and in writing. Ensure the timely achievement of project goals and obligations, including the dissemination of results to clients.
• Develop and present technical workshop sessions to clients and other stakeholders in Departmental research programs.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision in multidisciplinary teams or independently as required; possession of good interpersonal skills.
Technical requirements of the role:
• Knowledge of statistical and/or machine learning methodologies.
• Knowledge and expertise in statistical packages such as R, ASReml-R or Genstat to undertake statistical analysis and interpretation of data.
• Ability to manipulate large datasets, including experience in interrogating data from multi-stage data pipelines, along with devising and maintaining these pipelines.
What we are looking for (qualifications, registrations, experience)
There are some qualifications that we see as essential. You must possess a:
• A Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, or in a field relevant to the position (e.g. bioinformatics, statistics) from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent academic qualifications.
• A current ‘C' class drivers licence
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 united 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 www.dpi.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/706822/26
Closing Date: Monday, 23 November 2026
Further information
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