Forensic Scientist - Chemistry
Job No:
AGDSA614
Location:
Adelaide
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Friday 6th August 2021
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Location: Adelaide CBD
Classification: PO1
Salary Range: $64,519 - $78,761
Duration: Up to 28th July 2023
iWorkforSA Reference: 446957
About the Opportunity
Forensic Science SA (FSSA) provides a comprehensive, coordinated range of services to agencies associated with the justice system including the State Coroner, South Australia Police (SAPOL), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and defence and civil litigants. FSSA is part of the Attorney General’s Department and the Director, FSSA reports to the Executive Director, Legal, Legislative and Rights Protection Services. Within FSSA there are five main groups: Pathology, Chemistry & Materials, Biology, Toxicology and Administration. The first four groups are responsible for the scientific investigation of crime and each group has a diverse range of scientific analytical equipment and laboratory chemicals at their disposal.
In working for FSSA, the Forensic Scientist (Chemistry) contributes to the provision of an efficient, timely and quality analytical, interpretative and advisory service in illicit drugs to clients that results in a scientific contribution to the effective operation of the justice system in South Australia.
Contribute to the provision of an efficient and timely illicit drugs service for the Chemistry Section, mainly through the chemical analysis of illicit drugs cases.
For more information about the Attorney-General’s Department and also Forensic Science SA, please visit https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree in Science majoring in Chemistry
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Special Conditions for Employment
Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be will provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.
Additional Notes
You will be prompted to attach your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter (2 pages) after you have answered the questions below.
For further information about this exciting opportunity that is not covered by this website please contact Hayley Brown, Manager Chemistry on 8226 7700 or Hayley.Brown@sa.gov.au
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The Attorney-General’s Department is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/.
Please note: Application intake closes 11:30pm, Friday 6th August 2021.