Assistant Director Forensic Chemistry

4 days ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Come and work in a dynamic team, in one of the most liveable cities in the world.

Our work in the ACT Public Service directly serves the needs of the Canberra community. When you work with us you will see the impact that we have on the lives of Canberrans every day.

This position is a senior specialist role with responsibilities including analytical investigations of both routine forensic samples and those related to Novel Psychoactive Drugs (NPS) and Clandestine Laboratory Investigation where higher level expertise is provided to support other unit staff. The position provides assistance to the Director Forensic Chemistry in the routine management of quality systems and staff training. The position may have additional duties associated with the day-to-day management of staff and routine laboratory operations. The officer will work closely with the ACT Government Analytical Laboratory management team and partner agencies engaged in emergency response, law enforcement and justice providing expert advice and operational support to progress the operational and strategic goals of the laboratory.

**Eligibility/other requirements**:

- Applicants must hold undergraduate degree in science (Major and/or postgraduate studies in Chemistry highly desirable).
- Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence

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**Notes**:An order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.

**How to Apply**: Please submit your curriculum vitae along with your pitch for the position and the details of two referees. Your pitch document must not exceed three pages in length.

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