Defence Science & Technology Organisation (DSTO now DSTG) Edinburgh SA 3 year contract options Career defining move for an experienced analytical chemist with Australian Citizenship Your next employer... DSTG is the R&D arm of the Department of Defence.You'll be surrounded by some of Australia's smartest and highest qualified scientists.You'll be at the forefront of Australian defence force technology.Your mission... 1. develop and carry out nitrocellulose based gun and rocket propellant analyses in support of current research programmes as directed by research chemists; 2. perform analyses in support of the assignment of safe storage life extensions to gun propellants and ordnance 3. troubleshoot problems with analyses and instruments, manage instrument maintenance contracts, and ensure laboratory is stocked with consumables; 4. interpret analytical results sometimes with reference to the appropriate Defence Standards; 5. manage your own work within the propellants analytical laboratory, and work cooperatively with an analytical chemist engaged in the in-service surveillance of gun propellants for Defence; and 6. ensure compliance documentation required for the operation of the laboratory is in place and current.You'll need...Essential: • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with HPLC.• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in analytical chemistry.• Demonstrated understanding of QA/QC as it applies to analytical chemistry.Highly Desirable: • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with hazardous chemicals.• Demonstrated knowledge of NATA accreditation (ISO/IEC 17025) and analytical chemistry.Desirable: • Demonstrated understanding of precautions taken when working with explosives.After more information?If you are seeking more information on this role, please apply online.Our recruiters will be in touch within 1 working day.Please note, phone enquiries can only be answered if you have registered with us first.Your details are not provided to anyone without your consent first.Not suitable for this role, but you'd still like to register with us?Email your resume to: ****** Looking for similar Composites materials technician staff?MACRO has over 20 years experience in finding the best chemist in Australia Contact MACRO on 1300 083 488.Job ID: 170264 Advert Code: SK91230A