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Science Technician

Science Technician | Plant Biosecurity | Full-time
Your New Company

Our client is a Brisbane-Based Public Sector Authority. They are looking to engage a Science Technician to join their Plant Biosecurity and Product Integrity division as part of the diagnostic team providing services on their Panama Program.

Your New Role

We are seeking a Science Technician to support plant health diagnostics and biosecurity initiatives.

In this role, you will:

  • Maintain, undertake, check and arrange for calibration of laboratory equipment according to the equipment quality maintenance schedule.
  • Preparing reagents, mixtures and media
  • Monitoring and managing the supply of consumable resources
  • Cleaning and sterilising work areas, equipment and materials
  • Undertaking specialised observations such as recognising relevant species and identifying environmental conditions
  • Preparing, collecting and managing specimens and samples
  • Ensuring sample integrity via appropriate specimen/sample preservation, handling and transport
  • Performing tests and conducting analyses
  • Measuring and collecting analytical data
  • Recording and documenting data using defined systems and methods
  • Other moderately complex/specialised/non-routine laboratory- or field-based scientific technical activities as directed

What You’ll Need to Succeed

To be successful, you will need:

  • Mandatory: An Australian Diploma (AQF Level 5) or higher in Science or a relevant field from a recognised tertiary institution.
  • For international qualifications: Certification assessment to determine equivalency with the Australian Qualifications Framework.
  • Strong expertise in traditional and molecular techniques for diagnosing Panama and other plant diseases.
  • Experience in laboratory quality management and high-throughput sequencing (HTS) platforms is highly desirable.

What You’ll Get in Return

  • A full-time role (36.25 hours per week)
  • The opportunity to work on cutting-edge biosecurity research and diagnostics.
  • Professional development to enhance your skills in laboratory operations and plant disease diagnostics.
  • A collaborative work environment, where your contributions support Queensland’s biosecurity and agricultural integrity

What You Need to Do Now

If you're interested in this role, forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact CJ Tehuia on 07 3243 3079 for a confidential discussion on your career.


LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
QLD - Brisbane CBD
Specialism
Sustainability
Pay
T03
Ref:
2936623

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Challyn Tehuia, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Brisbane
Level 45, One One One Eagle St, 111 Eagle Street

Telephone: 0732433079

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