Forensic Biology Team Member
2 weeks ago
EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time
LOCATION - ACT
AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 03, $69,224.00 - $80,821.00 Band 04, $80,821.00 - $95,010.00 Band 06, $102,927.00 - $113,563.00
JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 11706
This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit pool for future ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.
Did you know?
The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.
Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia.
We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:
Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
4 extra mandatory leave rest days per year
18 days of paid personal leave per year
Generous superannuation of 15.4%
16 weeks of paid maternity leave (after 12 months of service) + an additional 36 weeks of maternity leave without pay
Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement
Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
What is the role?
Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the roles within the AFP Forensic Biology Team and the National DNA Program for Unidentified and Missing Persons team.
Forensic Biology team members contribute to the achievement of business, investigation and intelligence outcomes through the provision of specialist forensic (biological and DNA) examinations, analysis and specialist technical skills.
Proactively champion a culture of diversity and inclusion
Model professional and ethical behaviours of the highest standard
Hold others to account for behaviours, actions and decisions not consistent with the AFP values and a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion and respect
Through collaboration, foster relationships of trust and mutual respect with your subordinates, peers, superiors, partners and stakeholders
You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments. It is expected that the successful applicant will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.
What will you do?
As a Forensic Biology Team Member, you play a pivotal role in assisting to create a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP Leadership Philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate and business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will:
Possess an approach to work which emphasises quality, accuracy and attention to detail
Identify problems and develop solutions both autonomously and through group discussions
Maintain currency in biological evidence recovery, DNA interpretation and statistical analysis expertise through ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
Undertake laboratory techniques including automated DNA extraction, DNA quantitation, DNA amplification and capillary electrophoresis
Prepare accurate records of laboratory analyses using the Forensic Management System
Plan, conduct and coordinate simple and/or complex forensic biology investigations
Assist with the maintenance of the national DNA database
Provide accurate, professional, expert forensic evidence to the courts, investigators and other internal/external stakeholders
Contribute to the maintenance of the Forensic Command’s laboratory accreditation system
Contribute to the maintenance of a safe working environment
Encourage and support innovative thought and solutions, and contribute to collaborative research and development
Performing other duties as required
Essential Requirements
A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
A degree in a relevant scientific discipline, including knowledge in the field of molecular biology
Desirable Requirements
The following skills and/or experience would be highly regarded:
Experience working in a biology or diagnostic laboratory, or experience with laboratory analyses as part of undergraduate coursework and/or student research placements/projects
DNA analysis of forensic samples using standard autosomal and Y-STR profiling systems
Mitochondrial DNA analysis specifically for forensic samples
DNA interpretation and/or reporting of autoso
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