Biography
Andrew has worked in CSIRO's water forecasting team in Australia for the past 10 years, where he is now a principal research scientist leading research activities in the areas of seasonal climate and water forecasting.
Andrew has a special interest in ensemble forecasting and develops forecast post-processing methods to link weather and climate models with decision support tools in water and agriculture. His recent focus is on the development of drought forecasts and early warning systems.
Prior to joining CSIRO in 2014, Andrew worked at the Bureau of Meteorology to deliver the Bureau’s national seasonal streamflow forecasting system and service.
Achievements and Awards
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2020-2024
Julius Career Award
CSIRO -
2016-2016
CSIRO Medal for Impact from Science
CSIRO -
2013-2013
Award for Excellence
Bureau of Meteorology -
2011-2011
Award for Excellence
Bureau of Meteorology
Professional Areas
Fields of Research
Current Roles
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Principal Research Scientist
Hydro-climate forecasting for water resources management and agriculture
Academic Qualifications
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2006
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics and Physics)
James Cook University -
Phd Candidate
James Cook University
Professional Experiences
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2017-2023
Senior Research Scientist
CSIRO -
2014-2017
Research Scientist
CSIRO -
2010-2014
Hydro-climate Modeller
Bureau of Meteorology -
2008-2010
Hydrologist
Bureau of Meteorology -
2005-2008
Data Scientist
Department of Defence
Community and Corporate Citizenship
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2024-2024
Lead convener - EGU session on subseasonal to decadal hydrological prediction
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2021-2023
Co-convener - EGU session on subseasonal to decadal hydrological prediction
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2020-2021
Associate Editor - Monthly Weather Review
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2018-2018
Scientific Committee - 2018 HEPEX Workshop
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2017-2017
Convener - MODSIM session on hydrological forecasting
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2015-2015
Session Chair - MODSIM session on hydrological forecasting