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Science Technician
Science; Invasive Plants and Animals; Biosecurity Queensland; Dutton Park
Protect Queensland’s environment for the future. #DPIcareers
We are looking for a Science Technician (Weed Biological Control) to join our high-performing research team:
• Contribute to critical weed biological control research through laboratory, quarantine, and field-based work
• Apply scientific methods and maintain compliance with safety and accreditation standards
• Support the generation of reliable data and collaborate with experts to deliver environmental and agriculture solutions to invasive weeds in Queensland.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Sciences |
| Classification | TO3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - South |
| Job ad reference | QLD/658821/25 |
| Closing date | 18-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | until 30 June 2026 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Jason Callander |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3708 8574 Access the National Relay Service |
Invasive Plants and Animals (IPA) significantly affect the environment, agricultural production, infrastructure, human health and our way of life in general. The IPA program directs, facilitates and delivers strategic and targeted action to reduce the impact of invasive species in Queensland.
As our Science Technician (Weed Biological Control), you will contribute to important research tackling invasive weeds by conducting laboratory, quarantine, and field-based tasks. You will apply scientific methods, maintain compliance with SOPs and safety standards, and support data generation that drives innovative biological control. This role offers the chance to develop technical expertise, work both independently and collaboratively, and make a tangible impact on environmental sustainability.
You will know you're achieving success in this role when you:
• Deliver high-quality, accurate scientific results that support research outcomes.
• Manage your work priorities effectively, completing tasks on time and meeting project milestones.
• Contribute proactively as a valued member of a high-performing, collaborative team.
It is a requirement for all Biosecurity Queensland positions to have a criminal history check completed.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Further information
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