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Material Transfer Officer
As the Material Transfer Officer at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), you will support the distribution of diagnostic reagents and reference material to a large range of external clients. You will contribute to the preparation of documents, permits and material transfer agreements for national and international program activities. Establishing and maintaining clear pathways for transportation of materials to and from Australia, you will assist technical experts to coordinate the shipping, packing and distribution of select material. You will communicate and coordinate with import and/or export agents and couriers to ensure delivery of material to external clients. A key part of this role is the production and provision of biological specimens to external national and international laboratories. This can include diagnostic samples, test kits or virus specimens. You will also provide administrative support for the Proficiency Testing and Reference Material team and other DSR teams or projects, as required, for the transfer of biological and diagnostic test materials, and laboratory equipment when relevant, to external laboratories, including those overseas.
Although you will predominantly work in the administration area, you may at times require entry to the biologically secure laboratories at Physical Containment Level 3. All staff working in this environment must be able to meet ACDP’s microbiological security and security assessment requirements.
Location: Geelong, Victoria (Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness, ACDP)
Salary: AU$64k to AU$82k per annum, plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of approximately 22 months (ending 30 June, 2023)
Residency: Australian Citizens Only
Reference: 75842
To see all the criteria required for success in this role, please see the Position Details
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the NV1 level.
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Please apply online and provide a CV and cover letter outlining your motivations for applying and your suitability for the role, paying particular attention to the requirements outlined in the Position Details.
Wednesday 4 August, 2021 (11pm AEST)
We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.