Research Technician - Food Microbiology - [Archived Advertisement]

The Opportunity

• Provide technical support in a microbiology lab & food processing pilot plant
• Use your microbiology/food science skills to add value to the food industry
• Join CSIRO Agriculture and Food and make a difference!

CSIRO Agriculture and Food is seeking a motivated Research Technician - Food Microbiology to join the Applied Microbiology team. Located at the Werribee site, you will provide general laboratory and scientific technical support in the PC2 microbiology laboratory and quality assurance (within the pilot plant). Through this work, you will support strategic and applied research, development, and innovation, directed at adding value to Australia’s primary food industries.

To be successful, you will need experience in good laboratory practice in microbiology or food science as well as a history of overcoming technical and practical problems in applying quality assurance to food processing and microbiology.

Your duties will include:

• Under direction, taking responsibility for the efficient planning, scheduling, and execution of a wide range of research projects in the microbiology laboratories and quality assurance activities in the pilot plant.
• Performing general laboratory duties, such as media preparation, washing up, sample preparation, cleaning, operation and maintenance of laboratory wares, analytical equipment, and related software, whilst maintaining safe working practices that support the research activities of the Food Program.
• Purchasing of consumables and maintenance of equipment in a timely manner to ensure completion of experimental work and procedures.

Location: Melbourne (Werribee) VIC
Salary: AU$64k - AU$82k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Indefinite
Reference: 74761

To be considered you will need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in microbiology, food science and technology, chemistry or biochemistry, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• An understanding of, and demonstrated capability in, good laboratory practice in microbiology and/or food science. 
• The ability to overcome technical and practical problems in the areas of application of quality assurance to food processing and microbiology. 
• A demonstrated understanding and ability to meet the compliance needs of regulatory bodies such as Dairy Food Safety Victoria, Office of the Gene Technology Regulator, Department of Agriculture Water and the Environment.
• A demonstrated ability in project management and self-management such as scheduling, monitoring, and completing tasks, coupled with the agility and willingness to concurrently work on multiple projects such as undertaking roles both in the microbiology laboratory and QA when projects require in the pilot plant.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• A history of working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary, regionally dispersed research program, and carrying out tasks under general direction from Scientific Researchers.
• A positive mindset, with a history of professional and respectful behaviours and attitudes, and the ability to work in and foster a collaborative environment.

For full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

To be appointed to this role, you must be an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent. Additional integrity checks may be required for specific roles which require security clearance for working with children, Australian Government cybersecurity requirements or other identified security roles.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

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How to Apply

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.

Applications Close

4th October 2021, 11:00 pm AEDT