About the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum (AM) is located on the homelands of the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. The Australian Museum acknowledges the Gadigal people as the Owners and custodians of the land, sky and waterways, paying respect to Elders past and present.
The AM, operating within the NSW Department of Enterprise, Investment & Trade cluster, is the first museum in Australia and was founded in 1827. The AM provides access, engagement and scientific research to increase our understanding of natural history and culture, particularly of the Australasian region. The AM holds more than 21 million objects of biological, geological and cultural collections and develops programs, exhibitions and school and community education initiatives onsite, online and offsite.
The AM mission is: To ignite wonder, inspire debate and drive change.
The AM vision is: To be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. We commit to transform the conversation around climate change, the environment and wildlife conservation; be a strong advocate for First Nations’ culture; and continue to develop world-leading science, collections, exhibitions and education programs.
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The AM supports a diverse workforce and promotes applications from First Nation and Torres Strait Islander people. People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, Australian Museum will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
About the role
The Scientific Officer is responsible for collecting and synthesizing the geological, geochemical, and palaeontological data to establish a taphonomic model. The role will conduct integrative geochemical and palaeontological investigation to conduct research on the taphonomy or iron rich fossil sites.
About you
We are seeking a palaeontologist with experience in taphonomy and geochemistry.
You will have:
- A PhD in palaeontology or a related discipline
- Experience working with fossils specimens, ideally in a museum environment
- Experience working on palaeontological excavations
- Demonstrated experience inferring environmental characteristics of fossil sites
- Demonstrated experience writing and publishing papers in international scientific journals
Essential Requirements:
- A PhD in palaeontology or a related discipline
- Current working with children check
Knowledge & Experience
- Current knowledge and working experience to deliver the Key Accountabilities and perform to the Focus Capabilities outlined in this Role Description
The successful applicant will be subject to a national criminal records check.
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