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Technical Officer, Veterinary Microbiology

• Salary: $90,067 - $102,192 (plus superannuation)
• Fixed Term: 12 months
• Usual hours of work: Full Time (flexibility may be available)
• Usual work location: Bundoora

The Team

The position of Technical Officer, Veterinary Microbiology forms a part of the Agriculture Victoria Research branch within the Agriculture Victoria group.

The Agriculture Victoria Research Branch represents the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions' (DJPR) agricultural research and development function.

The Agriculture Research Branch provides a discipline-based science and technology delivery function in the following areas: a) Genomics and Cellular Sciences; b) Microbial Sciences, Pests and Diseases; c) Plant Sciences; d) Plant Production Sciences; e) Animal Production Sciences; and f) Agriculture Resources Sciences.

The Role

The position will apply knowledge and experience across the Microbiology group and be responsible for conducting a range of molecular-based diagnostic testing methods, including high-throughput sequencing methods. A good aptitude for working in a fast-paced, diagnostics laboratory will be required for this position.

• Contribute technical knowledge for science capability development
• Identify and apply scientific and technical developments
• Undertake standard processing work and provide guidance to other staff

About You

The technical officer will require excellent theoretical and technical knowledge as well as laboratory experience with strong organisational skills.

The successful candidate will preferably have:

• Technical experience in Veterinary virology immunological and serological techniques
• Proven ability to independently verify and apply high throughput immunological assays
• Knowledge and experience working within a veterinary diagnostic laboratory
• Proven ability to accurately and efficiently, collate, and manage experimental data using a range of software applications

Mandatory Qualification

A tertiary qualification in Applied Science or equivalent qualification, or at least three years relevant experience in a molecular or microbial diagnostic laboratory.

Further Information

For a confidential discussion, please contact Peter Mee, Research Scientist on 0408 142 116

Applicants will be required to comply with the Department of Jobs, Precincts and Region's (department's) COVID-19 Vaccination requirements, in line with the Chief Health Officer (CHO) Directions and any other legislative requirements, directions, policies or procedures, including but not limited to any requirement to provide evidence of vaccination status.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Records Check prior to commencing employment with the Department. For further information on the position, please refer to the attached position description.

Please note: If you require an adjustment to participate in any stage of the recruitment process or have a particular requirement to be communicated with by either telephone or email only, please notify the DJPR Recruitment Team at recruitment@ecodev.vic.gov.au with the position number in the subject line.

How to Apply

Please click the ‘Apply Now' button. As part of the application process, you will need to provide a copy of your resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications close at midnight on 29 August 2022.