Senior Biosecurity Specialist

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeBiosecurity Full time $120,290 - $129,379
Job Opportunity

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry is seeking a highly skilled Mass Spectrometry Lead to drive the development and implementation of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for biosecurity diagnostics.

This role involves managing a small team and providing technical oversight, driving the strategic integration of this innovative technology across our laboratories. Key responsibilities include:

  • Team Leadership: Lead and manage a small team of scientific staff, including recruitment, performance and professional development.
  • Diagnostics Testing: Conduct, oversee and troubleshoot the use of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry to identify or diagnose a diverse range of biological samples, including interpretation of results.
  • Capability Building: Expand the capabilities of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for diagnostic outcomes in biosecurity by sourcing verified samples and leading the creation and sharing of libraries of validated, custom, reference spectra.
  • Quality Assurance: Lead the development and adoption of quality standards and instructional material for MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, and their integration into existing diagnostic workflows.
  • Training and Development: Develop and lead delivery of technical training for MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry by operational staff, including facilitating change management.
  • Strategic Implementation: Oversee the deployment of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry in our laboratories, including integration into operational policy, planning and informing resource requirements, and reviewing and reporting implementation outcomes.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support the deployment of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry as a diagnostic tool for biosecurity.
  • Technical Innovation: Initiate and lead the development of technical improvements in MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, drawing upon internal expertise and external collaboration, including co-supervision of graduate and post-graduate students.
  • Workplace Health and Safety: Promote a positive WHS culture and contribute to WHS management in the section and nationally.
  • Operational Excellence: Lead and contributing to strategic initiatives ensuring alignment with departmental objectives and Australian Public Sector (APS) Values, Employment Principles and Code of Conduct.

This role requires travel to other DAFF laboratories, across Australia and potentially offshore. As a leadership role, your work will directly impact Australia's biosecurity efforts and agricultural sustainability.

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