Scientist (Serology-Virology)

We are looking for a skilled Scientist to join our high performing team at the Biosecurity Sciences Laboratory who will:

• Plan, conduct and manage diagnostic testing in the scientific disciplines of serology and virology
• Provide scientific support and advice to laboratory staff on issues pertaining to serology and virology
• Collaborate with other scientists to resolve problems, address scientific challenges, and deliver scientific solutions to manage laboratory testing.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment
Classification PO3
Workplace Location Brisbane – South
Job ad reference QLD/583825/24
Closing date 26-Aug-2024
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Salary Other
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Contact person Neelima Nair
Contact details Phone: (07) 3708 8783
Access theAs our Scientist, you will provide services that protect and enhance animal biosecurity in Queensland. With Queensland being affected by more biosecurity incursions than any other Australian state or territory, your efforts will be integral in helping the government prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity concerns that threaten our environment and economy.You will know you’re achieving success in the role when you:

• are dedicated to performing and improving laboratory testing to support animal biosecurity risk management
• prioritising projects and tasks efficiently, in line with team commitments and agreed deliverables
• are actively contributing as a member of a high-performing team.

Biosecurity Queensland (BQ) is one of the integral DAF business groups, leading the government’s efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from pests and diseases threating agricultural prosperity, the environment, social amenity and human health. We achieve this by maintaining access to markets, protecting animal welfare and reducing the risk of contamination from agricultural management.Animal Biosecurity and Welfare (ABW) supports BQ’s efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from diseases threatening livestock industries and maintaining access to market. Our people work together to help mitigate biosecurity risks, uphold standards for animal welfare and animal management and lead the overall DAF response to biosecurity emergency incidents to achieve outcomes consistent with the Department’s strategic direction for leadership in animal welfare, exhibited animal, animal management and animal ethics policy and service delivery.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.