Principal Scientist

1 day ago

South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Primary Industries (Queensland) Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity (PBPI) - The PBPI Program has an integral role in delivering BQ's vision of leading the delivery of innovative, customer focused biosecurity services for Queensland. The Program's goal is to protect Queensland's agricultural industries, environment and communities from plant pests and diseases, and facilitate trade in high quality, safe agricultural products.

As our Principal Scientist you will lead and manage a team of specialised residuechemists to ensure timely, robust and reliable analytical testing outcomes which meet stakeholder needs. Your expertise will equip you to lead the development and validation of new analytical assays and testing platforms for agvet chemicals and you will draw upon your knowledge of quality management and standards to ensure ongoing compliance of the laboratory. Underpinning the technical aspects of the role, you will be directly responsible for corporate governance compliance and people management duties including performance and development.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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