Sample Receipt and Processing Officer, Science

Sydney
- Applications close 25 May 2025
- Salary Range: $78,770 - $85,027

**About the Department**:
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
**About the team**:
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is the Australian Government’s national measurement authority. We play an important role in the Australian economy. NMI does this by leading, maintaining and regulating Australia’s measurement system.

We deliver world-class measurement products, advice and client services. NMI also administers the regulatory framework for measurement. Our national measurement standards are internationally recognised. We work to enhance and maintain these standards.

We value the different skills, knowledge and perspectives our employees bring. NMI provides all employees with learning and development opportunities. We work to give everyone an equal opportunity to contribute and progress.

The **Chemical and Biological Metrology Branch** provides measurement standards such as certified reference materials, these include pure chemicals, gas standards, matrix materials and DNA standards. The branch also co-ordinates proficiency testing programs to assist laboratories assess their ongoing quality and performance. The branch houses three of Australia’s national testing laboratories for anti-doping, forensic drugs and ultra-trace analysis. The branch delivers services across all of these fields and carries out research and development to enhance our capabilities in line with national and international requirements.

The Australian Sports Drug Testing Laboratory (ASDTL), as part of the National Measurement Institute, is the only World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory conducting the testing of athlete samples in the Oceania region as well as conducting research in the field of human sports anti-doping. The ASDTL provides testing service to two key clients, Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) and Sport Integrity Commission New Zealand (SICNZ), as well as international sporting federation and anti-doping organisation.

The ASDTL is a proactive team that effectively manages diverse tasks under tight deadlines while ensuring delivery of high-quality services to stakeholders is maintained.

**What’s in it for you?**:
Working at NMI means you are joining one of the world leaders in measurement science. NMI has a diverse range of roles and priorities that will enable you to learn new skills and expand your career in interesting and exciting ways. As part of the department, employees at NMI are covered by the relevant enterprise agreement and benefits include:

- 15.4% employer superannuation contribution.
- 4 weeks annual leave per year.
- 18 days paid personal leave per year.
- maternity and paternity leave.
- a vacation care subsidy.
- $235 healthy lifestyle subsidy.
- flexible working arrangements such as teleworking, part time and job sharing where possible.
- salary packaging which allows you to make certain payments using your pre-tax salary.
- access to study assistance.
- access to staff counselling services.
- Demonstrated experience in sample preparation and/or extraction used in an analytical chemistry laboratory (essential)
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability work with chain of custody protocols and the ability to identify and mitigate risks that will impact on own and teamwork outcomes**(essential)
- Working knowledge of the ISO 17025 accreditation requirements, WADA International Standard for Laboratories and technical documents related to operations of laboratory, chain of custody and reporting of results (desirable)
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work productively in a team and independently to ensure smooth workflow for the laboratory team, while maintaining positive and professional rapport with staff
- Experience in the use of laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and/or other related laboratory database systems (e.g. chemical inventory), and the ability to operate in a paperless laboratory (desirable)

**What you will do**:
Using the lab