Manager Radioanalytical Chemistry, Queensland Health

Are you looking for a new adventure? Come join Health Protection and Regulation Branch as a Manager – Radioanalytical Chemistry where you will provide scientific leadership for the Radioanalytical Chemistry team, under the broad direction of the Director, Radiation Health Unit, with responsibility for planning and managing the laboratory operations, and direct oversight of a small team of radioanalytical chemists and technical staff engaged in measuring, reporting and advising on sources of radiation throughout Queensland.

As a  Manager – Radioanalytical Chemistry, you will lead and assign projects and activities to a small team of scientific and technical staff involved in the measurement of radionuclides in samples received by the laboratory, and the development of suitable analytical techniques for routine and emergency situations. You will provide authoritative radiation-related analytical chemistry counsel on a range of complex and diverse matters to individuals and professions or industry groups relevant team leader, partners and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will demonstrate high-level written and oral skills to advocate for and influence improvements in radioanalytical safety and security practices and culture.

Role fit:

• Demonstrated expert consultant-level knowledge and experience and the ability to apply analytical chemistry techniques within a laboratory environment combined with a high-level operational awareness of laboratory safety and procedures for handling hazardous substances.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and implement bodies of work such as investigations and scientific method development, and to critically analyse data and form opinions, apply sound decision-making and communicate and consult confidently and effectively with a range of audiences.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and written skills to prepare and present technical reports and scientific papers of consultant-level quality for regulatory and other purposes and to liaise with all levels of staff, clients and members of the general public.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

•    38 hour full time work week

•    Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members

•    Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

•    Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further 

•    Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth. 

•    Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.