Director Aquaculture Research and Development – permanent full-time for immediate filling.
Agency: Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).
Salary: Specified Calling Level 5, $165,719 – $179,499 pa, Public Sector CSA Agreement 2024
Location: Perth Metropolitan Area, Regional locations may be considered
This role leads a complex, research-focused branch responsible for advancing aquaculture in WA through high-impact, strategically aligned programs. The role provides high-level scientific and strategic advice, drives industry development and innovation, working closely with industry and research partners. As a senior scientific leader to the Executive Director Animal Systems, this role offers expert guidance on policy, commercialisation, industry development, governance and strategic planning, providing scientific leadership across diverse programs to deliver strong outcomes for the WA aquaculture sector in line with state and industry priorities.
Requires:
• Substantial experience working in research in the aquaculture industry.
• Significant scientific leadership experience across a geographically diverse team.
Closing date: 2 February 2026, 4PM AWST.
For more information, go to –
http://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/index.php?AdvertID=398141
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Yours sincerely,
Dr Richmond Loh
BSc, BVMS, MANZCVS (Aquatics), MPhil (Pathology), DipPM,
MANZCVS (Pathobiology), CertAqV, FWAVMA, GradDipEdu, DABVP (Fish).
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