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• Make a national impact on biodiversity and environmental DNA research
• Combine scientific expertise with project leadership and collaboration
• Work with leading researchers, collections and biodiversity data specialists

About CSIRO

Join the National Biodiversity DNA Library (NBDL) and help shape the future of biodiversity science in Australia. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will coordinate and deliver bioinformatics activities that support large-scale DNA sequencing campaigns, ensuring high-quality, scientifically robust data products are delivered to support research, biodiversity monitoring and the uptake of eDNA technologies.

This role combines bioinformatics, project coordination and scientific collaboration. You will work closely with molecular biologists, bioinformaticians, taxonomists and collection partners to deliver research outcomes, improve bioinformatics approaches, and support the successful adoption of NBDL data and services.

• Coordinating and performing bioinformatics activities for Australia's National Biodiversity DNA Library.
• Coordinating and delivering high-quality DNA data analysis and research outcomes.
• Collaborating with researchers, museums, collections and biodiversity experts nationwide.
• Identifying innovative solutions to scientific and technical challenges.
• Sharing research outcomes through publications, presentations and stakeholder engagement.

Location and office arrangements: Canberra/Ngambri (Black Mountain), ACT; Melbourne/Naarm (Parkville), VIC; other CSIRO sites will be considered.

Salary: AU$118k – AU$127k per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus 15.4% superannuation

Tenure & work schedule: Specified term until 30 June 2029; Full time; Options for flexible work arrangements can be discussed based on needs of role and individual circumstances

Reference: 103764

• A PhD in a relevant field such as systematics and/or bioinformatics, or equivalent combination of qualifications and research experience.
• The ability to undertake original, creative and innovative thinking by generating and pursuing novel ideas and applying scientific judgement to solve complex problems.
• The ability to lead, coordinate, and deliver complex projects, including managing competing priorities, and ensuring high-quality, reproducible outputs are achieved within agreed funding timelines.
• Experience with molecular species identification, phylogenetics and/or molecular evolution, including a working knowledge of biodiversity research and bioinformatic workflows.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. Bash, SQL, Python) and High-Performance Computing systems.
• The ability to build and maintain effective and respectful collaborative relationships with stakeholders and partners.
• Experience working with biological research collections (i.e. museums and/or herbaria).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate scientific and technical information to a range of audiences through reports, presentations, publications and stakeholder engagement activities.

• Experience in project management.
• In depth knowledge of taxonomy and nomenclature.
• Experience with or knowledge of eDNA metabarcoding.
• Experience with molecular diagnostics, preferably across taxonomic groups.
• Experience working with complex/ large databases.

While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate this. Don’t let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.

Solving Australia's greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.

CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.

Applications are open to Australian Citizens, New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

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Please apply online by submitting your CV and responses to each of the selection criteria as outlined on the position description (maximum 3 pages). Your application should demonstrate your motivation for the role and you ability to meet the essential requirements.

Monday 14th September 2026, 11:00pm AEST