- Join a world-class regulator and contribute to people and animal safety in Australia.
- Unique potential for work-life balance with relocation assistance and flexible working.
- Open to all applicants – preference will be given to Australian citizens in accordance with section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999.
Position summary
Are you an experienced technical & scientific leader looking to take the next step in your career? Interested in making a tangible difference by joining Australia's agvet chemical regulator?
The APVMA’s Registration Management program is seeking applications for a Director Veterinary Medicines to co-lead a team of technical and administrative staff responsible for premarket risk assessment evaluations of veterinary medicines in Australia.
Located in either Canberra ACT or regional Armidale NSW, you will gain experience in the Australian Public Service, have access to a variety of flexible working arrangements, and apply expertise and technical knowledge to the National Registration Scheme for veterinary medicines.
More information on the position can be found in the Candidate Information Package below.
Our Ideal Candidate / Selection criteria
To be considered for these roles you will need the following essential criteria:
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and work experience in a relevant scientific discipline such as Veterinary Medicines, Pharmaceutical sciences, Pharmacology, Zoology, or Biology.
- Strong leadership skills demonstrating the ability to develop and maintain technical teams and plan strategically in a dynamic and client-focused environment including the ability to deal with periods of peak demand and legislated timeframes.
- Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate and provide pragmatic advice on complex scientific information within a regulatory setting.
- Knowledge of the regulatory and legislative environment of a government authority and possessing an understanding of best practices in veterinary medicines risk assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of scientists with strong analytical and problem-solving skills whilst managing the evaluation and approval of the registration of veterinary chemical products.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, liaison and negotiation skills with particular attention to public and stakeholder engagement with the ability to provide complex briefings to senior executives and representing the organisation in domestic and international forums.
The folowing desirable criteria will also be assessed:
- Knowledge of the regulatory and legislative environment of the APVMA and familiarity with international best practices related to preparing risk assessments for veterinary chemicals.
Contact Us
At the APVMA, we value your skills and potential. We provide a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated. If the prospect of working for a world-class regulator sounds like you and you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply for this position today!
For further information on the position, please contact Maria Trainer, Executive Director Registration Management on +61 2 6770 2484 or maria.trainer@apvma.gov.au.
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to our team!
Please note that this role is being advertised as either ongoing or non-ongoing. If an offer of non-ongoing employment is made, the successful applicant could be employed for an initial period of up to 12 months, which may be extended in accordance with subsection 333E (1) of the Fair Work Act 2009. The merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised, may also be used to fill future similar ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies.