Lead cutting-edge genomic services supporting public health surveillance and outbreak response across Queensland. In this role, you’ll drive the analysis and interpretation of complex genomic data to inform critical health decisions at state and national levels.

Job details

The purpose of this role is to provide high-level scientific leadership in genomics, delivering expert analysis, advice and reporting on microbial genomics to support public health surveillance, outbreak investigations and statewide diagnostic services.

What you'll do

In this role you will lead and manage a multidisciplinary genomics team, oversee complex genomic analysis and reporting for bacterial and viral pathogens, provide expert advice to stakeholders, support outbreak investigations and surveillance activities, drive the development of new technologies and methodologies, contribute to research and innovation, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

About you

We are searching for someone who:

• Holds a degree in science, public health or related discipline
• Has extensive experience in genomics, bioinformatics or epidemiology
• Has experience leading teams in complex scientific environments
• Can analyse and interpret complex genomic and epidemiological data
• Has strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Has experience in public health, microbiology or surveillance systems (desirable)

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38 hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CSQ681340 Supervising Scientist - Genomics Epidemiologist RD (PDF)
  
  DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)