Leader Systematic Botany

Job title:

Leader Systematic Botany

Company

New South Wales State

Job description

Leader Systematic BotanyJob no: 541169
Work type: Ongoing full-time
Location: Mount Annan
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• Permanent full-time opportunity (35 hours/week)
• Based at Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $118,296 to $124,487 + super

This role is ideal for a mid-career researcher passionate about advancing systematic botany research and contributing to the legacy of the National Herbarium of NSW.
The role
As the Leader Systematic Botany, you will spearhead research programs and oversee the scientific curation of the National Herbarium of NSW, ensuring the botanical collections are accurately identified and that names and classifications follow current accepted standards. You’ll collaborate with a diverse team of scientists, Early-Career Researchers, and technical staff within the Plant Discovery and Evolution Research team to deliver impactful research outcomes and drive stewardship of the herbarium’s 1.4 million specimens.This role involves managing a team of four independent researchers (three Systematic Botanists and a Bryophyte Systematist), supporting their growth while advancing your own research program in systematic botany. Based at the state-of-the-art National Herbarium of NSW at Mount Annan, you will work closely with colleagues to maintain world-class collections and contribute to understanding Australia’s unique flora.This role would be ideal for a mid-career researcher (e.g., with 10+ years of experience post-PhD) interested in building leadership and management skills, while continuing to develop an independent research program in systematic botany. A strong publication track record as well as excellent communication skills and previous experience supervising other scientists or staff are required (but not necessarily in a previous formal management role).Botanic Gardens of Sydney aim at being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer valuing diverse career trajectories and work-life balance, including flexible working policies. We welcome all eligible candidates regardless of gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, colour, ethnical background, origin, and religion.For more information read the full Role Description: Leader Systematic BotanyWhat you will bring to the role

• Specialized Expertise: Extensive knowledge of systematic botany, plant taxonomy, and Australian flora, with experience in herbarium curation, plant identification, and record-keeping practices.
• Research Proficiency: Skilled in research techniques such as specimen collection, microscopy, phylogenomics, and data interpretation using botanical databases.
• Academic Excellence: Tertiary qualifications (PhD) in Biological or Botanical Science would be highly regarded, with a strong publication track record in systematic botany.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Experience supervising or mentoring scientists or staff, with a collaborative and self-directed approach to leadership.

What is an essential requirement:

• Tertiary qualifications in Biological and/or Botanical Science
• Current driver’s license with the ability to operate manual vehicles.

About us
Botanic Gardens of Sydney, under the Royal Botanic Gardens and Domain Trust, is Australia’s oldest scientific institution and a custodian of over $1.2 billion in cultural, heritage, and botanical collections. As the premier botanical research institute, we encompass world-leading botanic gardens and Sydney’s leading outdoor live entertainment precinct. We engage international, national, and regional visitors, making us a leading entity in the NSW tourism sector.Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.Applications close 11.55pm on Wednesday 12th March 2025.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Herve Sauquet on 02 4631 5130 or Herve.Sauquet@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au.A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6363 7676 – HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference ‘Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number’.Advertised: 20 Feb 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Mar 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Expected salary

Location

Annan, Dumfries and Galloway

Job date

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 23:27:00 GMT

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