CSIRO

Australia's national science agency and one of the largest and most diverse research agencies in the world.

Our role is to deliver great science and innovative solutions for industry, society and the environment. We work on new ways to improve our quality of life, as well as the economic and social performance of a number of industry sectors through research and development.

Background: Established in 1926, we are the single largest employer of scientists in Australia, with more than 6 500 people conducting and assisting with scientific research at 57 sites in Australia and around the world.

CSIRO’s primary roles are to:

• Undertake scientific research.
• Assist Australian industry and to further the interests of the Australian community.
• Contribute to national and international objectives and responsibilities of the Commonwealth Government.
• Encourage or facilitate the application and use of the results of its own or any other scientific research.