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• Full time, Fixed-Term position until January 2029 based at Forthside Farm

About the opportunity

The Technical Officer – Production Horticulture is based at the TIA Vegetable Research Facility (TVRF), near Devonport in Tasmania’s northwest and will support TIA’s Horticulture Research Centre team and the Zero Net Emissions (ZNE) Horticulture Demonstration project, in collaboration with the Zero Net Emissions for Agriculture Co-operative Research Centre (ZNE for Ag CRC).

The position will coordinate field and laboratory-based management of vegetable and associated crop trials including site establishment, mechanical and biological weed/pest control, nutrition, regular crop and environmental assessments and reporting.

What you’ll do:

• Work with the research team to establish and implement trials.
• Provide high level technical expertise in field and laboratory-based production horticulture.
• Co-ordinate seasonal harvesting resources, including pickers, equipment and materials.
• Undertake collection and processing of crop and environmental samples for analysis.
• Work as part of the TVRF team to ensure the successful delivery of research and seed certification activities.­

What we’re looking for:

• Relevant field and laboratory research trial or technical expertise related to agriculture.
• Strong working knowledge of production horticulture in Tasmania.
• Experience in biological principles associated with plant production.
• Demonstrated skillset to define trial protocols and undertake accurate trial evaluation.
• Proven accurate recording skills using multiple datasets, including excellent communication skills.
• Ability to lead the technical management contributions for research projects.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO5 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $105,665 comprising base salary within the range of $80,869 to $90,312 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Dr Tory Clarke, Research Fellow - Production Horticulture, tory.clarke@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 2536.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501096 - Technical Officer - Production Horticulture.pdf

Applications close Thursday, 3 July 2025, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.