The ACT Government Analytical Laboratory is seeking a motivated and experienced scientist to join the laboratory's leadership team, taking on the challenging yet rewarding role of Forensic Chemistry Director. The successful applicant will lead a small dynamic and motivated team of scientists, providing a range of forensic chemistry related services supporting law enforcement, emergency response and public health activity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. 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 Applicants must be willing to apply for a security clearance Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. Note: This is a temporary position available immediately until 30 April 2025 with the possibility of extension up to 12 months and/or permanency. Where deemed appropriate, selection may be undertaken on written application only. An order of merit may be established. ACT Health's vision is 'Your Health - Our Priority.' Our values are: Care Integrity Our vision, and these values developed by ACT Health staff, represent what we believe is important and worthwhile. Our values underpin the way we work and how we treat others. We aim to deliver the best service to meet the needs of our community. Role, functions and services For more information about our healthcare services visit the Health Services section of this website. A comprehensive range of services is delivered from the Canberra Hospital campus, including acute inpatient and day services, outpatient services and pathology services. Community-based services are provided from various venues across the ACT, as well as in people's homes. Overall investment in health by the ACT Government today stands at $1.3 billion annually. ACT Health partners with the community and consumers for better health outcomes by: delivering patient- and family-centred care promoting good health and wellbeing improving access to appropriate health care, and having robust safety and quality systems. We aim for sustainability and improved efficiency in the use of resources, by designing sustainable services to deliver outcomes efficiently, and embedding a culture of research and innovation. ACT Health aims to support our people and strengthen teams, by helping staff to reach their potential, promoting a learning culture and providing high-level leadership. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website. ACT Health's vision is 'Your Health - Our Priority.' Our values are: Care Integrity Our vision, and these values developed by ACT Health staff, represent what we believe is important and worthwhile. Our values underpin the way we work and how we treat others. We aim to deliver the best service to meet the needs of our community. Role, functions and services For more information about our healthcare services visit the Health Services section of this website. A comprehensive range of services is delivered from the Canberra Hospital campus, including acute inpatient and day services, outpatient services and pathology services. Community-based services are provided from various venues across the ACT, as well as in people's homes. Overall investment in health by the ACT Government today stands at $1.3 billion annually. ACT Health partners with the community and consumers for better health outcomes by: delivering patient- and family-centred care promoting good health and wellbeing improving access to appropriate health care, and having robust safety and quality systems. We aim for sustainability and improved efficiency in the use of resources, by designing sustainable services to deliver outcomes efficiently, and embedding a culture of research and innovation. ACT Health aims to support our people and strengthen teams, by helping staff to reach their potential, promoting a learning culture and providing high-level leadership. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website. To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr