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Hours per fortnight

73.50 (minimum 58.80 hours, by negotiation) 

Duties

The purpose of the role is to provide specialised technical support for industry focussed, project research on behalf of the Tasmanian Salmonid Aquaculture Industry. Projects are principally aimed at researching endemic infectious diseases, developing prototype vaccines and diagnostic procedures for specific endemic infectious pathogens of salmonid fishes in Tasmania.

Essential Requirements

• A Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Applied Science, or equivalent level, relevant to the nature of the work to be undertaken, as provided by either a university, a vocational education organisation or a registered and accredited training provider.

Desirable Requirements

• A current motor vehicle driver’s licence.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

 707704 Technical Officer (Aquatic Animal Health Research).docx

 707704 Technical Officer (Aquatic Animal Health Research).pdf

 Advice to Applicants (DPIPWE).docx

 Advice to Applicants (DPIPWE).pdf

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the blue "Apply Now" button.

Refer to the 'Advice to Applicants' document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact DPIPWE Recruitment on (03) 6165 3025.

For more information on the position please contact:

Emily Spencer
Specialist Research Microbiologist
emily.spencer@dpipwe.tas.gov.au
(03) 6777 2122