Research Scientist - Fire and Climate
Country Fire Authority (CFA)
RemoteFull timeMid levelA$117k – A$131kPosted today
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Country Fire Authority (CFA)
This newly created role involves undertaking research that investigates the links between climate and fire, and translating these into actionable advice for long-term planning. The role is responsible for conceptualising research questions, analysing relationships between climate and fire outcomes, and building models to provide insight into future resource demands for firefighting organisations. This includes identifying the implications of various climate change scenarios, quantifying variability, and describing climate phenomena indicative of mild or severe fire seasons.
Reporting to a Senior Scientist within the R&D team, the Research Scientist – Fire and Climate is part of a small team that provides authoritative advice to senior management, produces high-quality research outputs, and communicates findings to a wide range of audiences.
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CFA is an emergency service that works to protect lives and property across Victoria. The organisation is made up of employees working alongside more than 51,000 volunteers, valuing diverse skills, experience, and viewpoints.
The Victorian Government is responsible for public schools, health, policing, roads and traffic, public housing and business regulation.
Headquarters
Melbourne Eastern Suburbs VIC
Open jobs
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Website
cfa.vic.gov.au