What you will do (key responsibilities/duties):
As our Scientist (Microbiology), you will provide diagnostic microbiological services that protect and enhance Animal Biosecurity in Queensland. With Queensland being affected by more biosecurity incursions than any other Australian state or territory, your efforts will be integral in helping the government prevent, respond to, and recover from biosecurity concerns that threaten our environment and economy.
You will know you're achieving success in the role when you:
• Provide quality results ensuring all tasks are undertaken efficiently while adhering to NATA ISO:17025 requirements.
• Plan, conduct and prioritise diagnostic testing, in line with team commitments and the requirements of the Senior Scientist, Veterinary Pathologists and Laboratory Manager.
• Actively contribute as a member of a high-performing team.
Biosecurity Queensland (BQ) is one of the integral DAF business groups, leading the government's efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from pests and diseases threating agricultural prosperity, the environment, social amenity and human health. We achieve this by maintaining access to markets, protecting animal welfare and reducing the risk of contamination from agricultural management.
Animal Biosecurity and Welfare supports Biosecurity efforts to prevent, respond to and recover from diseases threatening livestock industries and maintaining access to market. Our people work together to help mitigate biosecurity risks, uphold standards for animal welfare and animal management and lead the overall DAF response to biosecurity emergency incidents to achieve outcomes consistent with the Department's strategic direction for leadership in animal welfare, exhibited animal, animal management and animal ethics policy and service delivery.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/576932/24
Closing Date: Monday, 22 July 2024