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SalaryThe purpose of the role is to use specialist expertise to provide high quality analysis and analytical chemistry advice relevance of the government’s critical science activities. You will work in a team of highly motivated analysts delivering high quality and scientifically defensible analytical services supporting major Queensland Government projects and monitoring programs.In this position, you will need to have experience in analytical chemistry methods pertaining to the assessment of soil, water, plants and sediment samples in a NATA accredited laboratory (experience gained in commercial analytical laboratory is advantageous) and experience in operating analytical instruments (such as ICPOES, auto-analyser, spectrometer and Carbon/nitrogen analysers) with high competency in sample preparations, troubleshooting and fault-finding.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Sciences
Classification TO3
Workplace Location Brisbane - South
Job ad reference QLD/564714/24
Closing date 28-May-2024
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Contact person Muhsen Aljada
Contact details MB: 0459 902 953
Access theThe Department of Environment, Science and Innovation (DESI) recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture makes to Queenslanders' lives. As a diverse organisation, the department brings together environment, heritage protection, national parks, science and youth affairs functions to help achieve government objectives for a better Queensland.The Chemistry Centre provides accredited analyses of water, soil, sediment, biota and plant samples to support Government projects and decision making for agricultural, environmental and resource management outcomes. We advise on analytical methods, sampling techniques and the interpretation of results. The Chemistry Centre's core areas of expertise are: analytical chemistry, water chemistry, soil chemistry, sediment geochemistry and environmental tracing.We're looking for the best suited applicant for the role. We'll do this by assessing your eligibility and your suitability to undertake the requirements of the role (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles). We'll also consider your potential to make contributions to the department and how your engagement would support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.To be successful in this position you must have:
- A minimum qualification of Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Science/Chemistry, or Applied Chemistry or agreed equivalent,
- Demonstrated expertise in analytical chemistry procedures pertaining to the assessment of Soil, water, plants and sediment samples in a NATA accredited laboratory (experience gained in commercial analytical laboratory is advantageous).
- Demonstrated experience in operating analytical instruments (such as ICPOES, segmented flow analysers, spectrometers and Carbon/nitrogen analysers) with high competency in sample preparations, troubleshooting and fault-finding.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and to contribute to maintaining a high quality, timely and efficient laboratory operations.
- Good communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills with ability to follow work plans and see tasks through to completion.
- Demonstrated experience in the use of databases as well as laboratory information Management System, statistical and word-processing software.
- Contribution to workplace equity and diversity that enriches our culture of safety, innovation, respect and inclusion.
