Research Scientist - Renewable Energy

• Undertake research at the cutting edge of renewable energy science! 
• Have your own research as well as contributing to a larger research project
• Come, join CSIRO - Australia's premier science & technology research organisation  

The position:

The role will involve research with an emphasis on the interaction between weather processes and both wind and solar generators, and the consequent impact on the electricity distribution system. The successful applicant will be responsible for the development of new and innovative techniques, and the development of relevant applications leading to improved outcomes for the renewable energy industry.

Working in a team environment, the successful applicant will:

• Apply scientific expertise to one or more elements of a large research project.
• Communicate research activities to colleagues, clients and the broader scientific community through presentations, client reports, and scientific papers.
• Assist in the preparation of research proposals and related contract negotiations.

Specifically you'll:

• Design, develop and apply appropriate methods to forecast and simulate wind and solar energy generation.
• Conduct original research and identify research opportunities
• Develop innovative concepts, theories, tools and techniques and contribute to research on the application of fast-response energy storage systems.
• Report research results in oral and written form to a wide variety of stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners and both internal and external collaborators.

Location:  Black Mountain, Canberra ACT
Salary:     $83K- $90K PLUS up to 15.4% superannuation
Ref No:   2011/55

To be successful you'll have:

• Ability to investigate and develop solutions for complex and sometimes ill-defined scientific problems.

• A creative and innovative approach to problem solving
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary field and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to present written and oral work in a form suitable for different audiences.
• Ability to document ideas and research in papers submitted to scientific journals

About CSIRO:

Australia is founding its future on science and innovation. Its national science agency, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), is a powerhouse of ideas, technologies and skills for building prosperity, growth, health and sustainability. It serves governments, industries, business and communities.

CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research recognises the importance of renewable energy in meeting greenhouse gas reduction targets globally. CSIRO, through its Wind Energy Research Unit and its collaborators, seeks to reduce barriers to the uptake of increasing amounts of renewable sources in the energy generation mix. Developments such as improved wind forecasting and simulation of future generation facilities are essential in the management of such intermittent sources. CSIRO interacts directly with wind farm developers, grid operators, electricity regulators and Government agencies in projects that have immediate applicability in both policy and operational contexts. CSIRO scientists work in close collaboration with colleagues from the Bureau of Meteorology through a joint research venture, the Centre for Australian Weather and Climate Research (CAWCR). Research in this area also plays a significant role in the CSIRO Energy Transformed Flagship, through its Storage for Renewables projects. Solar energy is also beginning to have a significant role in energy generation, and closely related research is being undertaken to integrate this form of energy in increasing quantities

http://www.csiro.au/science/WERU.html

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply for all CSIRO positions.