Role overview
Join the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) as an experienced Diagnostic Virologist in the Avian Diagnostic Virology Team, part of the Diagnosis Surveillance and Response (DSR) Program. This role offers the chance to contribute to Australia's frontline defence against emerging animal diseases through high-impact diagnostics and research.
Responsibilities
Conduct diagnostic testing for avian viral pathogens and emergency animal diseases in a secure laboratory, ensuring compliance with NATA/ISO 17025 standards.
Manage research activities within the Avian Diagnostic Virology Team, including scheduling, testing, data collation, and reporting.
Coordinate the production of reagents (antigens and antisera) to maintain a current and reliable stockpile aligned with program goals.
Support general lab operations through housekeeping, maintenance, and quality assurance tasks such as record-keeping and proficiency testing.
Plan and execute diagnostic tasks independently, using discretion and foresight to meet operational demands.
Provide expert advice to team leaders and management, and collaborate on designing and implementing diagnostic or experimental workplans.
Contribute to team performance goals while maintaining confidentiality around sensitive CSIRO and partner information.
Qualifications
Essential
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent relevant experience in Biological Sciences or a related discipline.
Experience conducting and coordinating laboratory-based experiments or tests, with a demonstrated ability to plan and schedule laboratory work.
Experience working both independently and as part of a larger project team, with the ability to form and maintain effective relationships with colleagues and collaborators.
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document results and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
Previous laboratory experience, particularly with infectious agents.
Desirable
Postgraduate or honours degree in virology or a related discipline.
Experience in a diagnostic laboratory conducting and coordinating testing, including use of a LIMS within a quality management system (ISO17025).
Experience in producing virological or serological test reagents under a quality system and, where required, adhering to animal ethics requirements.
Prior experience working at physical containment level 3 laboratories or higher.
Location
: Geelong, Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), VIC
Salary
: AU$96k - AU$109k per annum, plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure
: Specified Term until 30/06/2027; Full-time
Reference
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Other information
We encourage applicants who meet some but not all essential criteria to apply. View the full list of criteria in the Position Details. If you tick a few boxes of the desired criteria, please mention this in your cover letter.
Not sure if you meet all the criteria?
While CSIRO policy requires that the successful candidate meet all essential criteria, there are many ways to demonstrate capability. If you are unsure about applying, please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.
Setting You Up for Success
We are committed to a fair, equitable and accessible recruitment process. Please contact Talent Consultant to discuss any adjustments that would help you participate.
Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, benefits and career development opportunities. To find out more, visit Careers at CSIRO.
Inclusion and belonging
CSIRO is committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that diverse teams deliver more cutting-edge outcomes. We strive to create diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First, Further Together, Making it Real and Trusted.
CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA+ inclusion, and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
How to Apply
Please apply online with a CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum 2 pages) responding to each of the selection criteria in detail, attached as one document.
Applications Close
20 October 2025, 11:00 pm AEDT. We encourage early applications; CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.
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📌 Diagnostic Virologist - Avian Diagnostic Virology Team
🏢 CSIRO
📍 Geelong