- Join a world-class regulator and contribute to people and animal safety in Australia.
- Employ your scientific expertise in the preparation of important scientific reports and advice.
- Unique potential for work-life balance with relocation assistance and flexible working.
- Open to all applicants
Position Summary
Are you a motivated science professional committed to scientific rigor and best practice? Keen to adapt yourself to an exciting role at the forefront of agvet chemical regulation in Australia? Join us in the ongoing pursuit of regulatory science quality and excellence.
A Senior Evaluator will deal with a variety of issues and tasks that are both routine and of some complexity. They are responsible for performing technical assessments relating to the use of agvet chemicals and preparing advice in relation to those technical assessments.
Under limited guidance, you will engage in the interpretation of data and preparation of scientific reports whilst maintaining an understanding of current agricultural practices in the context of regulation. Where required, the role also provides assistance to team managers within the APVMA through the preparation of assessment reports, as well as providing technical assistance to staff.
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:
- Knowledge of the regulatory framework in which the APVMA operates in the assessment and approval of agricultural and veterinary chemicals and knowledge and/or experience of the use of chemicals within the context of current agricultural and veterinary practices in Australia.
- Ability to apply risk assessment principles in the assessment of pesticides or veterinary medicines, to analyse and evaluate complex scientific and technical information, and to provide advice on the interpretation of data, scientific reports, policies, and procedures within a regulatory framework.
- Demonstrated high level communication skills, including the ability to prepare documents and reports, ability to communicate clearly and confidently with clients, staff, and service providers to establish and maintain internal and external networks, and to represent the APVMA in a variety of forums.
- Well-developed interpersonal, planning, organisational and teamwork skills including the ability to determine workflow priorities and assume responsibility for delivery of organisational goals while maintaining a focus on quality and a cohesive team environment.
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications in agricultural, environmental, or animal science, or a related biological science, or chemistry.
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 Sheila Logan, Executive Director Risk Assessment Capability at sheila.logan@apvma.gov.au.
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to our team.