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Analytical Chemist
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CSIRO’s Health & Biosecurity business unit is dedicated to conducting scientific research that develops products and services to address the complexity and interdependencies of human, animal and environmental health and biosecurity challenges to provide benefits to Australia and the world.
The Human Health research program aims to expand our national and global impact by delivering R&D that drives a shift toward improved preparedness against human health threats, and enhanced quality of life for all Australians across their lifespan. The program’s critical focus areas are:
The Analytical Platform within CSIRO’s Human Health Program supports research in how foods, extracts and nutrients impact human health to support product innovation and substantiation for the agri-food, nutraceutical and health and wellness sectors. The Analytical Chemist will provide technical and scientific support in an analytical laboratory specialising in food chemistry and analysis of metabolites, hormones, nutritional and immune markers in human biological samples and a range of samples obtained from experimental animals. They will undertake sample analysis on GC and GC-MS and routine maintenance of these pieces of equipment. A working knowledge of a range of analytical instruments including HPLC is required.
As the Analytical Chemist, you will have experience in the design, development, optimisation and validation of new analytical methods, preparation of clear and accurate standard operating procedures (SOPs), working independently to trouble-shoot issues and training and supporting less experienced staff and/or research students. You will also be required to aid the chemical safety officer of the CSIRO Human Health Program.
The role will work collaboratively across research teams, institutions and industry colleagues/clients. Experience in preparation of quotes/proposals, project management and delivery of client reports will be viewed favourably.
Location: Adelaide, South Australia
Salary: AU$87k – AU$98k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 86886
For full details about this role please view the Position Description
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens, New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents only.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
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Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
4 September 2022, 11:00pm AEST/AEDT