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About the Role
As a Technical Officer, you will play a key role in supporting diagnostic and research activities through laboratory testing, sample processing, and scientific analysis. Working within a collaborative team environment, you will apply molecular laboratory techniques and emerging technologies to deliver high-quality outcomes for diagnostic submissions and research projects. You will contribute to maintaining laboratory quality systems and accreditations, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, and support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance laboratory performance and service delivery. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced molecular technologies while contributing to important agricultural and biological science outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Support diagnostic and research activities through laboratory testing, sample processing, and scientific analysis.
- Apply molecular laboratory techniques and emerging technologies.
- Maintain laboratory quality systems and accreditations.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in molecular laboratory techniques, including DNA extraction, PCR and/or RT-PCR.
- Experience working with DNA and RNA high-throughput sequencing technologies and/or bioinformatics tools.
- Ability to carry out bioassays or insect/mite maintenance for projects related to insecticide resistance.
- Ability to work safely, independently and effectively within laboratory and field environments.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within required timeframes.
- Collaborative approach, with the ability to contribute positively to team objectives and laboratory quality standards.
- Qualifications in accordance with Part 2(xvii) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award.
Skills
- DNA extraction
- PCR
- RT-PCR
- DNA and RNA high-throughput sequencing technologies
- Bioinformatics tools
- Bioassays
- Insect/mite maintenance
- Insecticide resistance
- Organisational skills
- Teamwork
Location
- Menangle
Work Type
- Temporary
- Full Time
Experience Level
- Commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience
Education Level
- Qualifications in accordance with Part 2(xvii) of the Crown Employees (Department of Industry) Technical Staff Award
Salary/Compensations
- $75,728 to $116,969
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Option to work from regional locations
- Access to professional development opportunities
- Collaborative, inclusive team environment
- Support for balancing work and family responsibilities
About the Company
- DPIRD protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
- Collectively support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies.
- Actively manage natural assets: lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
- The department brings together Local Land Services, NSW Resources, Agriculture and Biosecurity, Fisheries and Forestry, and Regional Development and Delivery.
- The majority of the DPIRD team live and working in regional NSW.
Equal Opportunity
- Committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
- Welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.
- Proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer.
- Committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers.
- Support employees to balance work and family responsibilities.