CSIRO ** Mathematical and Information Sciences
Australian National University Campus, Canberra
$53K - $74K plus superannuation
** CSIRO is Australia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research
Organisation approx 7500 staff - Australian Science Australia's
Future
The Earth Observation Data Systems Project collaborates with industry
partners in researching the next generation of distributed information
systems for Earth Observation data processing and delivery. The
platform
for this research and development includes on- and near-line mass
storage
systems, distributed systems, high performance computing and broadband
networks.
We are seeking an experienced Research Leader to take responsibility for
the on-demand generation and delivery of data products and services
using
the Internet.
You will need a PhD in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent
experience in a relevant discipline, and a significant record of
achievement as a researcher in a relevant area. The ability to provide
hands-on research leadership to a small team is essential. You will also
need to liaise closely with industry and research collaborators in
Australia and overseas to determine directions, to assess the relevance
of
advances in allied topics, to propose activities and to lead the
implementation of prototype systems.
Applicants wishing to discuss the requirements of the position should
contact Dave Abel (email: dave.abel@cmis.csiro.au or telephone: 02 6216
7033; fax: 02 6216 7111).
An information package including selection criteria and duty statement
is
available from Ms Margaret Hurley ( email: margaret.hurley@cmis.csiro.au
or telephone 02 6216 7000; fax 02 6216 7111).
It is in your interest to respond
directly to the selection criteria when making your application.
Please send your application addressing the selection criteria,
including
details of your qualifications, experience and the names of three
professional referees, and quoting reference No: 97C10, by 12 September
1997 to:
The Personnel Officer,
CSIRO Mathematical and Information Sciences,
723 Swanston Street, CARLTON VIC 3053.
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CSIRO MATHEMATICAL AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
CANBERRA
RESEARCH SCIENTIST / ENGINEER
DUTY STATEMENT
DESIGNATION: CSOF 6/7 Position No :
OCCUPANT: New Position Date : 25/8/97
PROJECT: EARTH OBSERVATION DATA SYSTEMS
TENURE: Indefinite
SUPERVISOR: D.J. Abel (or nominated research leader/project manager)
DUTY NO. DESCRIPTION
* Duties numbered in order of importance
1. Provide research leadership to the Earth Observation Data Systems
Project.=20
2. Perform research, development and industry interaction on problems
and
application-focussed prototypes aligned within the scope of the Earth
Observation Data Systems Project. The following areas are of particular
interest to the Project:
Earth Observation Distributed User Services
Image Processing
Distributed Systems
Management of Very Large Data Repositories
2. Carry out industry consultation within the scope of the Project
and of
the Division.
3. Conduct research of international standing within the scope of
the=
Project.
4. Collaborate with related research and industry groups on R&D
projects,
particularly those with industrial benefit.
5. Contribute to the development of CSIRO through CSIRO
Mathematical and
Information Sciences.
6. Other duties as directed.
CSIRO MATHEMATICAL AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
CANBERRA
RESEARCH SCIENTIST / ENGINEER
SELECTION CRITERIA
PRE-REQUISITE
PhD or equivalent qualification or experience in a relevant discipline.
It is in your interest to address the following criteria when making
your
application.
Competencies
ESSENTIAL
1. Research Innovation
Demonstrated ability to initiate and conduct creative scientific
research
in Earth Observation data systems.
2. Application of Knowledge
Demonstrated application of research skills in the area of database
and/or
information systems involving one or desirably more of:
Earth Observation data processing
distributed systems
systems architecture, analysis and performance
management of large data stores.
3. Problem Solving
Capacity to undertake problem analysis and to design solutions meeting
user
requirements. Specific experience in the approaches and practice of
solving
problems using the following: UNIX-based graphic work station
environments
Inter/Intranet systems.
4. Resource Management
Capacity to provide leadership to a small research and development team.
Extensive experience in project management processes, and in the
development and management of R&D projects.
DESIRABLE
5. Judgement
Capacity to identify and pursue opportunities for research and
development
in the program and more generally for the Division and the Organisation.
6.Adaptability
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and to respond productively to
changing requirements.
7.Communication
Ability to interact with research and industry partners.
CSIRO is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities Practices and
Principles
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