Fixed term temporary opportunity to join the Medicines Approvals and Regulation Unit until December 2024
The role
This role leads, performs and coordinates the technical assessments of applications for licences and approvals and exercises legislative delegations on certain applications for substance authorities. The role also provides advice on licensing and approval policy and input to develop business processes, procedures and quality assurance activities.
The successful person
You will have well-developed knowledge or the ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of Medicines Approvals and Regulation Unit functions, systems and practices. High level interpersonal communication, consultative and negotiation skills are required, as well as demonstrated high level written communication skills. You will also possess the ability to manage significant work demands and cope with a large volume of assessments.
About us
The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
About Queensland Public Health and Scientific Services
Under the leadership of the Deputy Director General, QPHaSS brings together key system support functions and the surveillance, prevention and control of communicable diseases and public health risks in Queensland – Leading the statewide planning and coordination of programs and services to prevent or control, health-related diseases, hazards and harmful practices and enhance protective health factors to promote the overall health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. A scope of service that covers the whole State across four key pillars; Pathology Queensland; Biomedical Technology Services, Forensic and Scientific Services and Public Health.
Health Protection and Regulation Branch within the Public health Pillar is responsible for safeguarding the community from potential harm or illness caused by hazards and harmful practices, and enhancing the protective elements of water quality, fluoridation, food safety, radiation safety, medicines and poisons safety, healthcare legislation and chemical safety.
Benefits
• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity:
• Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
• A short-written response (maximum 2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis (temporary; full time or part time).
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