Communications and Outreach Advisor - SKA-Low Telescope

The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.

In Australia, the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia on Wajarri Yamaji Country.

The Traditional Owners and native title holders, the Wajarri Yamaji, have gifted CSIRO with the traditional name Inyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara for the CSIRO Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory, home to the SKA-Low telescope. The traditional name means ‘sharing sky and stars’ in the Wajarri language.

Working under the direction of the SKA-Low Communications and Engagement Manager, based in Perth, the Communications and Outreach Advisor will help to develop and deliver communications, events and outreach activities to promote the SKAO and the SKA-Low telescope in Australia and internationally. With a focus on local and national stakeholders, you will look for innovative and impactful ways to engage with the community, and build and maintain successful relationships with relevant stakeholders, particularly local communities, schools, partners, and industry.