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CSIRO Land & Water, Griffith Laboratory, New South Wales, Australia CSIRO has recently reviewed it's activity in irrigation research and related areas. A major outcome of this review will be the creation of a National Irrigation Science Network. The proposed mission for the network is to increase the longevity of irrigation systems, improve productivity, maintain the resource base and increase financial support for a networked national irrigation science initiative. The CSIRO Griffith group will be a key participant in this network. Reinforcing CSIRO's commitment to this initiative is the establishment of the following four research positions at Griffith. CONTAMINANT CHEMIST (IRRIGATED AREAS) G/PER/240 $49K to $66K + Superannuation We wish to appoint an experienced researcher to strengthen our existing team of scientists who are investigating surface, groundwater and sediment pollution with pesticides, nutrients and salt in irrigated agriculture. We are looking for specific experience in the use of GC-MS and HPLC instrumentation. Although the successful applicant would be mainly involved with research into agricultural chemicals and pollutants, some portion of their time would also be dedicated to overseeing the chemical laboratories. Relevant postgraduate qualifications and at least three years research experience are required. Applicants need to demonstrate a capacity to translate research findings into policy and management outcomes. GROUNDWATER HYDROLOGIST G/PER/241 $49K to $66K + Superannuation A groundwater hydrologist is sought to refine existing groundwater models, and to develop or adapt models for a range of irrigation areas, initially in the southern Murray Darling Basin. The models will be used for running scenarios to assist decision making in the management of irrigation areas. The groundwater hydrologist will be part of a multidisciplinary crop/soil/groundwater modelling team at CSIRO Griffith, and will also be required to interact with groundwater hydrologists in other groups including the NSW Department of Land and Water Conservation. You will need a PhD or equivalent experience in soil physics, soil and water engineering or related disciplines. Excellent knowledge of flow through porous media, sound mathematical skills, and excellent personal interactive skills are essential. Experience in irrigated agriculture is highly desirable. IRRIGATED CROP SYSTEM MODELLER G/PER/242 $49K to $66K + Superannuation An Irrigated Crop System Modeller is sought to refine and maintain an existing suite of salt, water and groundwater models which are used to assist and manage irrigated crop production. The models will be used to develop strategic options for improved sustainability of irrigated areas. As such, output from the models must be in a form which can be used by local, regional and national policy developers, as well as regional irrigation system managers. The modeller will be expected to be part of a multidisciplinary crop/soil/groundwater modelling and field experimentation team. There will be a requirements for the modeller to interact with scientists in related fields both within the Division and CSIRO. You will need a PhD or equivalent experience in crop systems modelling with experience demonstrating an understanding of water movement in soils, plants and the atmosphere. We have a preference for a person who has qualifications or a demonstrated proficiency in crop and plant system physiology and modelling. Experience in irrigated agriculture is highly desirable. COMPUTER PROGRAMMER/SOFTWARE ENGINEER G/PER/262 In conjunction with the CRC for Sustainable Rice Production $41K to $48K + Superannuation The CRC for Sustainable Rice Production and CSIRO Land and Water are partners in a project examining the economic and productive sustainability of rice based cropping systems. The On-Farm Net Recharge Management (NRM) project uses optimisation modelling to identify farm management options (crop type, area and applied water volume) which provide the best economic returns while meeting the environmental objectives of controlling recharge and root zone salinity. We are seeking a computer programmer to join a multi-disciplinary team to assist in the development of a suitable framework to assess the on farm environmental and economic effects of various irrigation water policies. The position will be based at the CSIRO Land and Water, Griffith Laboratory and is available for a period of three years initially. Applicants should have:- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in computing science or related discipline; Proficiency in object orientated programming language/s; Experience in software development; Proven communication skills; Knowledge of irrigation agricultural systems. Full details on each of the positions is available on the WWW at the following address :- http://www.csiro.au/communication/vacancy/extvac.htm Copies of Selection Criteria and Duty Statements are also available by phoning Tracey Wilson on +612 69601573 or Fax +612 6960 1600 or email: tracey.wilson@grf.clw.csiro.au Further enquiries about all the positions should be directed, in the first instance to Dr Elizabeth Humphreys +612 6960 1562 or Fax +612 6960 1600 or email: liz.humphreys@grf.clw.csiro.au Applications giving details of skills, qualifications, achievements and details of at least two professional referees, and which must address the individual Selection Criteria and quote the relevant reference number, should be forwarded to: Personnel Officer, CSIRO Land and Water, Griffith Laboratory, Private Bag 3, Griffith NSW 2680, Australia Applications close on May 22nd,1998 ************************************************* * Philip Charlesworth * * Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial * Research Organisation (CSIRO) * * Land and Water * * PMB 3 * * GRIFFITH N S W 2680 * * Australia * * ph : +61 (0)269 601500 Fax : 601600 * *************************************************