Scientific Officer, Chemical Hazards

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, South Australia SA Health Full time $88,255 - $97,567 per year
  • Department for Health and Wellbeing – Public Health – Health Protection and Regulation, Scientific Services
  • Salary: $88,255 to $97,667 – PO2 – Full Time / Ongoing appointment

Overview:

  • The Scientific Officer, Chemical Hazards, is a member of the Chemical and Environmental Hazards Team. In this role you will:
    • Design and conduct an integrated series of studies to understand human exposure to various pollutants and the mechanisms of indoor and outdoor contamination,
    • Conduct a broad range of environmental sampling, statistical analyses, data management, biostatistical analysis and reporting for a variety of chemical hazard related projects; including lead sources and pathways of contamination to assist with reducing the exposure of people to lead, and
    • Undertake investigations, assessments and projects pertaining to human health risk assessment of exposures to chemical and environmental hazards.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 904645

Criminal History Screening Requirement

  • A National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment)
  • A DHS 'Working With Children Check' (WWCC) is required for this position.

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Special Conditions

  • The position is based in Adelaide. The position requires some out of hours work, performing considerable field work duties, and travel to regional country areas that may require overnight stays.
  • A current South Australian Drivers Licence and a willingness to drive are essential.

Enquiries

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Application Closing Date

Friday, 20 June 2025 – 11:55PM

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