Dear Sir/Madam
Submission deadline
Submissions must be made to the nominated email address by the due date. Submissions made after this date will not be considered.
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* Due by: 11:59 PM (AEDT) Friday, 10 April 2026
Candidate Information
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Position details
* Submission email:
* Submissions due by: 11:59 PM (AEDT) Friday, 10 April 2026
* Panel: Department of Finance People Panel Phase 2: Labour Hire Services (SON3965020)
* Position classification: APS 5 Equivalent
* Position title: Microbiologist
* Section name: Microbiology Section, Laboratories Branch
* Start date: ASAP
* End date: 12 months
* Possibility of extension: 2 x 12 months
* Hours: Full‐time (37.5 hours per week)
* Location: Canberra – Fairbairn
* Eligibility Requirements
o Australian Citizenship is essential
o A degree in Science or equivalent, with a major in microbiology, from an Australian tertiary institution or comparable overseas qualification
Background information on Section and Branch
Responsibilities of the Branch:
The Laboratories Branch is responsible for post‐market monitoring and compliance testing, investigations and reviews, as well as market authorisation assessment for therapeutic goods. The branch conducts laboratory testing in accordance with the laboratories testing program, conducts lot release, provides scientific expertise to assess technical data for marketing authorisations, provides scientific and expert advice to internal stakeholders, committees and government, and participates in the development of standards and international collaborative activities.
Responsibilities of the Section:
The Microbiology Section assesses and monitors the microbiological quality of sterile and non‐sterile medicines, biologicals and medical devices through pre‐market evaluation, post‐market review of microbiological concerns, and via a risk‐based, post‐market laboratory testing program. The section has a well‐equipped laboratory operating under a NATA‐accredited ISO 17025 quality system. Staff provide microbiological advice within HPRG and the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, and externally to industry and other stakeholders. The Media Preparation and Sterilisation Unit sits within the Section, and manufactures microbiological media to support the testing programme, and addresses biological waste safety concerns by decontaminating test materials prior to disposal.
Domestic travel required for the role
No
Duties of position
Specific duties include:
* Conduct, analyse and report on testing of therapeutic goods to verify that they meet the required quality standards, to support investigations conducted in response to public health and safety concerns and for the purposes of accreditation, standardisation, and international harmonisation.
* Draft laboratory reports documenting the results of testing for approval by testing or project managers.
* Participate in the development of new testing methods and the establishment of their reliability and validity.
* Prepare and maintain laboratory records of testing in line with quality system and accreditation requirements, and record data in the information management system, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and clarity.
* Contribute to the development of high quality, evidence‐based testing manuals and SOPs.
* Maintain current knowledge of testing methods and tools and train and guide new staff to develop their familiarity with testing methods and equipment used in the laboratory.
* Update the laboratory inventory to ensure the availability of required consumables and liaise with suppliers to ensure that stocks of equipment and consumables are maintained.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of continuous improvement activities within the section.
* Produce complete and comprehensive evaluation reports on various aspects of manufacturing and labelling processes.
* Assess information and data submitted by sponsors on behalf of Australian and International manufacturers.
Review quality aspects of data provided by sponsors and use this information along with knowledge and experience in the area to make informed recommendations.
Mandatory requirements
Candidates must be able to demonstrate:
* An understanding of microbiological analytical techniques and testing protocols.
* A capacity to undertake data analysis and an understanding of statistical methods.
* An understanding of and capacity to work within a laboratory quality management system.
* A strong capacity to pay attention to detail and to produce accurate, high-quality work.
* The ability to build and sustain positive working relationships with team members.
* The ability to learn and apply standards and guidelines related to the regulatory framework for therapeutic goods in Australia.
* The ability to make and justify decisions using data, skills and experience in a scientific field.
* The ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* An ability to work harmoniously in a team environment including establishing and maintaining productive working relationships.
* Strong communication skills including the ability to produce high quality written reports.
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