Research Projects Officer - Chemist / Chemical Engineer

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The opportunity

• Drive Innovation in Low-Carbon Synthetic Fuel Development
• Lead the Charge in Greenhouse Gas Emissions Monitoring and Baseline Surveys
• Grow your research career with CSIRO – Australia’s National Science Agency!

The role of Research Projects staff in CSIRO is to collaborate in scientific and technological activities with other research staff usually by assisting with detailed planning, undertaking or assisting with experimental, observational or technology development work, and in carrying out the more practical aspects of the work.

As part of the Emissions Research Team, this role will contribute to several areas related to the transition to low emissions energy. The team is working on a range of critical projects including the development of low-carbon synthetic fuels, monitoring of fugitive greenhouse gas emissions and atmospheric greenhouse gas baseline surveys. 

The team also contributes expertise to other projects undertaken by CSIRO’s Energy Research Unit including developing monitoring tools for hydrogen exploration and carbon dioxide sequestration, monitoring decommissioned onshore gas wells, and other industrial decarbonisation research.

Your duties will include:

• Performing experiments using pilot scale gas processing equipment (such as Fischer–Tropsch)
• Performing design calculations for new gas processing equipment including Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Heat and Mass balance & Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (PIDs).
• Utilising analytical chemical equipment to analyse the products from gas processing experiments and/or measure emissions of greenhouse gases in the field.
• Carrying out data processing to interpret the results of gas processing experiments or greenhouse gas emissions field studies and contribute to the preparation of reports or scientific papers on these results.
• Undertaking a variety of technical and logistical tasks related to emissions monitoring fieldwork and laboratory apparatus including, logistics and deployment, maintenance and calibration, organising servicing of instruments.
• Working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary, regionally dispersed research team to carry out tasks in support of CSIRO’s scientific objectives.
• Other duties as directed.

Location: Kensington, Perth, WA 

Salary: AU$114K - AU$123K per annum plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Specified term of 3 years / Full-time

Reference: 98236

To be considered you will need:

Under CSIRO policy only those who meet all essential criteria can be appointed.

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher qualification) in chemistry or chemical engineering or other relevant qualifications.
• Experience in the hands-on operation of complex laboratory or pilot scale gas processing or handling equipment (e.g reactors, high pressure equipment, sampling and analysis equipment)
• Ability to design novel lab/pilot scale gas processing or handling equipment including performing design calculations relating to pressures, fluid flows and heat flows leading to final designs and final component selection. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate and lead cross-functionally with engineers, scientists, and researchers to leverage collective expertise in achieving project goals.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply scientific principles to practical challenges. 
• A current driver’s licence.

Desirable

• Experience in undertaking fieldwork or work at remote sites.
• Experience in software languages such as python or similar, or process control system software. 
• Experience in use and preparation, including calibration of analytical chemical equipment for laboratory or field studies. 
• Experience in organising logistics for deployment of equipment to the field. 
   

For full details about this role please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents and Temporary Visa Holders with an existing valid visa and unrestricted work rights for the duration of the three-year term.

Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
 

Flexible working arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.

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How to apply

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.

Applications close

Sunday 12th January 2025 11PM AEDT.