Join a world-class regulator and contribute to people and animal safety in Australia. Contribute to international standard-setting and lead an established team of high-quality assessors. Unique potential for work-life balance with relocation assistance and flexible working. Position summary Are you an experienced science professional looking for the next step up in your career? Interested in joining an organisation at the forefront of agvet chemical regulation in Australia?
The APVMA's Risk Assessment Capability program is seeking applications for a Director Residues and Trade to lead a team of highly skilled professionals providing expert assistance to internal stakeholders and oversee the conduct, peer review and quality checks of residue and trade assessments.
Working in close partnership with another Director, the successful candidate will share responsibility for providing advice to APVMA's Registration Management and Risk Assessment Capability programs in relation to aspects of residue and trade assessments.
To be considered for these roles you will need the following essential criteria:
Appropriate tertiary qualifications in toxicology, pharmacology, physiology, or a related biological science. Extensive experience directly relevant to the assessment of pesticide and/or veterinary medicine residues in food or animal feed. Well-developed leadership skills, with the ability to lead and develop a highly professional team, balance and prioritise complex workflows, actively identify learning opportunities, and delegate tasks as appropriate. Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the proven ability to provide pragmatic advice and make decisions on complex information. High level interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and confidently, liaise, negotiate and represent the APVMA in a variety of forums. Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including promoting collaboration and information sharing. The following desirable criteria will also be assessed:
Postgraduate qualifications in toxicology, pharmacology, physiology, or a related biological science. Experience conducting risk assessments related to residues within a regulatory setting. Contact Us At the APVMA, we value your skills and potential. We provide a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where your contributions are recognized and appreciated. If the prospect of working for a world-class regulator sounds like you and you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply for this position today!
For further information on the position, please contact Sheila Logan, Executive Director Risk Assessment Capability on +61 2 6770 2328 or
We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of welcoming you to our team.
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