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Biography
Robert Woodcock is a Team Leader at CSIRO, based in Black Mountain, ACT, where he leads initiatives in Earth data and analytics infrastructure. He currently heads the development of the Earth Analytics Science & Innovation (EASI) platform—a scalable, cloud-based system designed to transform satellite imagery into actionable insights across domains such as water quality, bushfire risk, and climate resilience. Learn more about EASI here.
Robert’s portfolio includes national and international projects that integrate Earth observation data with decision-support systems. These include:
- AquaWatch Australia, which uses EASI to monitor and forecast water quality conditions.
- The National Bushfire Intelligence Capability, built on EASI to assess hazard potential under future climate scenarios.
- The AuScope Discovery Portal and 3D Geological Models Portal, enabling access to geoscience data and models across Australia.
- The ASTER Geoscience Map of Australia, a continent-scale satellite-derived mineralogy map.
With over two decades of experience in spatial information systems, software engineering, and data architecture, Robert is committed to translating research into innovation that delivers real-world impact.
Other Interests
Music composition for video and games
Professional Areas
Current Roles
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Director
Auscope Grid -
Project Leader
Earth Data and Analytics, CSIRO Centre for Earth Observation
Academic Qualifications
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2010
Certificate in Executive Management and Development
Australian Graduate School of Management -
1996
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The University of Western Australia -
1991
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.)
The University of Western Australia
Professional Experiences
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2012
Senior Principal Research Consultant
CSIRO -
2009-2011
Research Scientist/Manager
CSIRO -
2007-2008
Research Group Leader - Computational Geoscience
CSIRO -
2006-2007
Executive Manager, e-Science (Acting)
CSIRO -
2002-2007
Project Manager/Principal Software Engineer
CSIRO -
2001-2002
Chief Technical Officer
Supersoftware International Pty Ltd -
1996-2001
Research and Development Manager
Fractal Graphics Pty Ltd -
1995-1998
Lecturer
The University of Western Australia
Achievements and Awards
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2008-
Divisional Award - Teamwork
CSIRO -
2008-
Divisional Award - Lookout
CSIRO -
2004-
Divisional Award - Project Management
CSIRO -
1995-
Student Perception of Teaching Award
The University of Western Australia -
1994-
William Lambden Owen Postgraduate Scholarship in Engineering
University of Western Australia
Other highlights
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2007-2019
AuScope Grid - National Geoscience Information Network
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1996-2001
FracSIS - Commercial 3D Spatial Information and Visualisation System
Publications
We have publications by Dr Robert Woodcock