Executive Advisor, Forensic Science

7 months ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full time

The role

**You will**:

- Provide high level specialist advice in the development, management and review of the Office of the CEO's strategic direction
- Provide expert strategic advice on policy development and implementation and prepare complex papers, briefings, reports, governance, submissions and FSQ correspondence
- Lead strategic planning processes, including research and evaluation, to identify ongoing opportunities for improvement and innovation in the delivery of forensic services
- Develop and coordinate complex projects and programs of work with significant scope that will require expert consultation with a range of stakeholders
- Contribute to the scientific robustness, effective management, professional policy development and strategic direction of FSQ

The successful person

**You will have**:

- A bachelor's degree or higher in science, forensic science, applied science, or a relevant field from a recognised tertiary institution, preferably with relevant postgraduate qualifications and published peer-reviewed research and papers
- Proven expert ability to source, critically analyse and interpret research including both qualitative and quantitative information to underpin the development of strategic priorities
- Demonstrated ability to provide specialist authoritative advice to drive the development and implementation of initiatives and complex projects improving delivery of FSQ services
- Highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, and verbal and written ability to impart specialist knowledge to diverse groups.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to effective strategic leadership of forensic services in complex service delivery environment.

About us
Located at Coopers Plains, Brisbane, FSQ operates specialised Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Operations functions that provides forensic services and expert advice to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the Coroner's Court of Queensland.
Please note that proposed legislative and structural changes may result in Forensic Science Queensland being moved to another agency within Queensland Public Sector.

**Benefits**:

- A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
- Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements
- Diverse work culture
- Career training and development



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