About AIMS
The Australian Institute of Marine Science is Australia's tropical marine research agency.We are a trusted advisor, a partner and employer of choice, and we value integrity, innovation, collaboration and respect. AIMS' research of Australia's tropical marine ecosystems guides their effective environmental management and contributes to our understanding of similar ecosystems around the world.
Our research seeks to deliver practical benefit to all Australians and supports the sustainable use of our tropical marine estate. Governments, reef managers, industry and the wider community look to our high-quality, long-term research for informed decisions about our iconic Great Barrier Reef, North-West Shelf, and Arafura and Timor Seas. AIMS expert teams at our locations in Townsville, Darwin and Perth have access to world-class infrastructure, unique datasets, cutting-edge laboratories, and a fleet of modern research vessels.
About this exciting opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Assistant to join our Technology Transformation team. In this exciting role, you'll support the development, validation, and demonstration of the innovative ReefScan Digital Manta capability—an advanced technology designed to deliver traditional manta tow survey results directly from the ReefScan device. Working closely with the ReefScan Product Lead, you'll contribute to a high-impact project that is transforming how reef health is monitored across the Great Barrier Reef.
As the ReefScan Research Assistant, you will provide research, data coordination, and analytical support for the Reef Joint Field Management Program (RJFMP) ReefScan Phase 2 project. You'll play an important role in preparing, validating,



and analysing survey data while supporting the production of reports, user guidance, presentations, and other project deliverables.
About you
You are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for research, data quality, and environmental science. You enjoy working with complex datasets, have a methodical approach to problem-solving, and are committed to producing accurate, high-quality work.
You thrive in a collaborative setting and are confident working with a range of stakeholders to coordinate information, resolve data queries, and contribute to shared project outcomes. Your strong organisational skills enable you to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain well-structured records.
Experience with ecological monitoring, image annotation, GIS, statistical or analytical software (such as R or Python), or marine and environmental research projects will be highly regarded but is not essential.
Apply now and join a world leading organisation with attractive working conditions. In line with our Enterprise Agreement, the successful candidate will be rewarded with:
AIMS AOF Level 4 ********) salary ($104,291 to $114,730 per annum) plus 15.4% superannuationFull-time, Temporary (Labour hire) opportunity to 30 June ****Located in Townsville (Qld)9-day fortnight,



enjoy a long weekend each fortnightFlexible Work Arrangements considered including hybrid working (where suitable)Generous and supportive leave entitlementsAccess to Commuter car fleet arrangements to travel to site (in Townsville only)Employee Assistance Program
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Please note:
Non-Australian Citizens must hold an appropriate Visa with working entitlements that allows paid employment with AIMS from commencement and for the full term of the appointment, depending on the relevant Department of Home Affairs current policies.
Next Step
Further information about this exciting and challenging opportunity is outlined in the Candidate Information Pack which is available to download from our website . If, after reviewing the position description and selection criteria included in the Candidate Information Pack, you believe that your qualifications, experience and professional capabilities will enable you to successfully the deliver the position responsibilities, we encourage you to make an application via our website.
Submitting your Application: Please ensure that you have your completed documents (selection criteria responses, resume and cover letter) ready to attach to your online application form via our e-recruitment system which can be accessed via our website .
Position enquiries are to be directed to Kamran Shafi, Manager Data Analytics & AIat ******. Applications must be made through our website per above.
Applications close: SUNDAY, 16 AUGUST **** ******PM, AEST).
AIMS acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia's first scientists. We pay our deepest respects to Elders past, present and future, and the custodians of the land and sea Country on which we work.

📌 Reefscan Research Assistant (Townsville)
🏢 Australian Institute of Marine Science
📍 Townsville