Scientist - Tree Physiology – Scion
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Senior Scientist - Physiology
Full time position
Based in Rotorua, New Zealand
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Lead innovative research and development into the physiological
mechanisms driving growth and impacts of climate change, in both exotic and native species.
Scion specialises in research, science and technology development for the forestry industry, wood products and wood-derived materials. We lead new
technology development for renewables, bioproducts, and energy; and the establishment of a broader based bioeconomy. We are a Crown Research Institute dedicated to forestry and is home to more than 300 science and support staff on its two main campuses in
Rotorua and Christchurch. Scion also values a culture of ensuring employees can pursue innovation and excellence in their science delivery.
About the role:
Scion have a great opportunity for a Senior Scientist in Tree Physiology to join our team based in Rotorua. This role will undertake research that directly impacts both exotic and native
forestry in New Zealand, it will delve deeper into the impacts and the effects on growth, wood formation and physiology of woody species in a changing climate.
Working closely with our Portfolio Leaders you will develop and lead projects while supporting the wider team to meet milestones and offer training and guidance to more junior members
of the team. This role will give you an opportunity to take your career to the next level, you will work directly with industry and will have the ability to facilitate change in real time.
About you:
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you will have a passion for science that achieves impacts for commercial forestry and forest related sectors with overall benefits to the New Zealand
environment;
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be PhD qualified and/or plant physiology and/or silviculture with a physiology focus on woody plants with
5 or more years of relevant work and research experience;
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have a reputation for science quality and impact in physiology preferable related to woody plant propagation within New Zealand or internationally;
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you are experienced at developing and managing projects, and in overseeing research teams;
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will have a great publication record;
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and want to undertake and deliver science that really makes a difference!
Why Scion?
We are home to creative science minds and have a vibrant culture ensuring employees can pursue innovation and excellence in their science delivery, right at the heart of New Zealand's
forest industry. Scion offers an enviable working environment with excellent work/life balance initiatives, we are proud to offer:
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A great career that enables positive outcomes for Aotearoa, New Zealand.
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Flexible work options including a 9-day fortnight.
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Continuous professional development.
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An enviable work environment with an enjoyable collaborative culture.
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A demonstrated commitment to Good Employer/EEO principles.
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A great work location on the edge of Rotorua's world famous Whakarewarewa Forest
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at Scion
Full time role 40 hours per week
Closing Date: 30 September 2022
For further information and to apply online, please refer to our website: www.scionresearch.com.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible, due to the urgency to make an appointment to this role, interviews
may be undertaken throughout the application period.
Ngâ mihi
Yvette Dickinson
Silvicultural Scientist, Acting Research Group Leader and Team Lead
Forestry Systems, Plant Development and Physiology, Scion
Titokorangi Drive (formerly Longmile Rd), Private Bag 3020, Rotorua 3046, New Zealand
DDI +64 7 343 5430
Mobile +64 27 281 9845
Please note, I work from home on Tuesdays and Thursdays; but, am still available
during normal work hours via email, mobile, DDI, Skype or MS Teams.
