Jobs and Careers

• Deliver rigorous stock assessments and clear scientific advice
• Collaborate with government, industry, and research partners
• Full time, ongoing role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Stock Assessment Scientist - Scalefish will contribute essential, high-quality science to support the sustainable management of Tasmania’s Scalefish fisheries and, where required, other fisheries assessed within the Sustainable Marine Collaboration Agreement (SMRCA). The role focuses on applying quantitative skills in fisheries modelling, data analysis, and stock assessment to generate robust evidence that informs management decisions. Working within the IMAS Fisheries and Aquaculture Modelling Program, the position provides an opportunity for an emerging scientist to work closely with senior researchers, government partners, and industry stakeholders to address real-world marine resource challenges.

What you’ll do:

• Produce timely, defensible stock assessment reports and well-structured, quality-controlled data workflow for priority Scalefish species.
• Build strong relationships with Government and industry stakeholders through clear communication, responsiveness, and professional engagement.
• Undertake analysis, modelling, and interpretation, and contribute to collaborative problem-solving within the Fisheries & Aquaculture Modelling Program.
• Contribute to the University’s research goals by progressing peer-reviewed manuscript, methodological improvement, or funding proposals.
• Support supervision activities, helping to foster student engagement in fisheries science.

­What we’re looking for:

• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field such as fisheries or marine science, statistics, quantitative ecology, population dynamics, or resource modelling.
• Demonstrated expertise, or clear capacity to develop expertise, in quantitative fisheries stock assessment, including statistical modelling, population indicators, data analysis, and end-to-end fisheries data stewardship.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders such as government agencies, fisheries managers, and industry representatives, with scientific independence and integrity in multi-interest environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing, data visualisation, and delivery of information to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Ability to contribute to a collaborative research environment, supporting data stewardship, methodological improvement, and innovation.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Katie Cresswell, Senior Research Fellow at: katie.cresswell@utas.edu.au, or on 03 6226 8323.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 501893 - Stock Assessment Scientist - Scalefish.pdf

Applications close Wednesday, 28 January 2026, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.