Applied research undertaken by the Ecosystem Science Program seeks to understand the environmental, ecological and biogeographical processes that determine the conservation values, health and productivity of the lands and inland waters managed by the department.
We currently have an opportunity for a Research Scientist - Forest Health Monitoring Coordinator to join our team.
Reporting to the Ecosystem Science Program Leader, this position:
- Coordinates the implementation of a forest health monitoring program, including liaison with internal and external colleagues and stakeholders.
- Manages the Forest Health Monitoring Program (FHMP) budget.
- Coordinates reporting of Forest Health Monitoring Projects for the Forest Management Plan, including synthesising analyses of forest health and undertaking new analyses.
- Coordinates data management processes.
- Provides expert advice on the design of targeted and effective monitoring programs and data analysis.
Application Instructions: To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
- A covering letter.
- A written response addressing the five (5) requested criteria below (in no more than three (3) pages).
- A current CV,
including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.
Selection Criteria
1. Proven ability to liaise and work effectively and respectfully with diverse peers and stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
2. Considerable knowledge in the application of contemporary biodiversity monitoring principles and techniques related to ecosystem management.
3. Significant relevant experience undertaking ecological monitoring and research for conservation management
4. High level data management and analysis skills to integrate diverse data sources as applied to biodiversity monitoring and demonstrated understanding of relevant data management systems.
5. Robust verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of reports, synthesising information and publishing in peer reviewed scientific journals.
Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online. For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
For further job-related information, please contact Adrian Pinder on [0400 629 658](tel:0400 629 658).
Closing date: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.
📌 Research Scientist - Forest Health Monitoring Coordinator (Kensington)
🏢 Department of Biodiversity Conservation And Attractions
📍 Kensington
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