The Office of the Gene Technology Regulator (OGTR) has an exciting opportunity for people interested to develop and apply their skills in gene technology regulation. The successful applicant for this role will manage a small team of evaluators who assess applications to work with genetically modified organisms (GMOs), both in containment and for clinical and plant trials.

Key responsibilities

- Provide scientific support to the Gene Technology Regulator including technical aspects of applications for work involving gene technology.
- Provide leadership and mentoring of staff.
- Provide guidance in the assessment of applications for activities with GMOs.
- Prepare documents including minutes, reports, guidelines, and complex technical and general correspondence.
- Undertake research or other project work on topics relevant to gene technology regulation.
- Liaise with other OGTR staff and external stakeholders, including scientific committee members, government agencies, representatives of research institutions and industry, and members of the public.
- Provide support for the ongoing operation and enhancement of the regulatory system for gene technology.
- Represent the OGTR at meetings, conferences, or other fora, as required.

Key capabilities:
- Demonstrated technical knowledge, skills and experience in virology, microbiology, medical science, plant science, gene technology, science-based regulation and/or risk analysis.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a small team.
- Good written communication skills, in particular the ability to write clearly and concisely about complex and technical matters.
- Robust research and analysis skills.
- Well-developed liaison, interpersonal and oral communication skills.





Desirable qualifications and experience:
- Post-graduate degree (PhD) in molecular biology, plant science, microbiology, biotechnology, virology, biochemistry, genetics, toxicology, medical science or other life science is highly desirable
- Substantial scientific research experience or experience in conducting clinical or field trials.

- To be eligible for employment with the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, applicants must be an Australian citizen at the time an offer of employment is made.
- An applicant’s suitability for employment with Health will also be assessed through a variety of pre-employment check processes, such as:
- Satisfactory completion of a criminal history check, and where relevant, a Working with Children and Vulnerable People Check,
- Completion of a medical declaration and pre-employment medical (where required),
- Providing evidence of qualifications (where required), and
- Obtaining and maintaining a security clearance at the required level.

- To be eligible for role, applicants must hold a tertiary degree in molecular biology, plant science, microbiology, biotechnology, virology, biochemistry, genetics, toxicology, medical science or other life science from an Australian tertiary institute or equivalent overseas qualification.

- Applications close 11:30pm AEST.
- Applicants are asked to quote reference number 26-OGTROGTRDIV-32121 to assist when making an enquiry.

This recruitment process is being used to fill both ongoing and non-ongoing positions. Non-ongoing positions will be offered on a specified term basis for an initial period of up to 12 months with the possibility of being extended (this will not exceed a total of 24 months in the same or similar role).

📌 Senior Evaluator (Woden Valley)
🏢 Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
📍 Woden Valley