ChemCentre provides a comprehensive range of scientific services, working with a wide range of clients including Government Agencies, universities, environmental consultants, primary producers, exporters, retailers and the general public. The range of services allows ChemCentre clients to demonstrate the safety, quality and environmental impact of their products and practices. Government departments, police agencies, industry associations and businesses turn to us for reliable, defensible advice.
This position is being offered on a permanent basis. A National Police Clearance is required prior to employment. The successful applicant will also require WA Police Integrity Check, Hepatitis B Immunisation and may be asked to provide a buccal swab sample for a staff DNA elimination database.
Suitable applicants may be considered for like positions within 6 months from the date of finalisation of the selection process.
Job Description
The Forensic Science Laboratory provides crime scene, analytical, consultant and expert evidence services to law enforcement agencies, the Coroner and the public in the areas of chemical and physical trace evidence, drugs and toxicology.
The Forensic Chemistry Section is looking for enthusiastic people with the following attributes:
- A degree or higher qualification in a relevant science.
- The ability to demonstrate scientific knowledge relevant to organic analytical chemistry.
- Effective written and verbal skills sufficient to prepare reports and deliver expert testimony in court.
- An understanding of commercial principles for scientific service delivery.
- Ability to work as part of a busy team and willing and able to work within and contribute to the team.
- An understanding of Laboratory Safety.
Please refer to the Job Description Form for a full list of duties and selection criteria.
ChemCentre is located in Bentley at Curtin University. We offer our staff career advancement, professional development and flexible working arrangements to balance personal life and work.
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit: A fully completed online application form (this generates when you select ‘Apply for Job’ button).
- A copy of your Academic Record and evidence of your degree
- Comprehensive CV
- Written statement demonstrating your ability to meet the selection criteria as listed in the job description form attached.
Interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 3 July 2017.
For more information about ChemCentre see www.chemcentre.wa.gov.au for specific job related information contact David DeTata on 9422 9838.
If you experience difficulties applying on line please contact 9422 9808 and advise the position of interest.
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION IS RECEIVED ON TIME. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Equality and Diversity Statement
ChemCentre is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with a disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency.
