Biorisk Specialist, CSIRO

Biorisk Specialist

CSIRO

Location:
Australia, Geelong

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

118000.00 - 127000.00 AUD / Year

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Job Description:

Join the Biorisk Management Group at CSIRO's Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP), where you'll play a key role in maintaining biosafety, biosecurity, and biocontainment across a high-security facility. As a Biorisk Specialist, you'll provide expert technical advice, support facility compliance, and contribute to the development of biorisk strategies. This diverse role spans science, operations, engineering, and regulatory engagement.

Job Responsibility:

Identifying, addressing, and advising other staff including senior management about ACDP's biocontainment risks
Staying up to date with relevant biosafety and biosecurity regulations and standards
Contributing to the development and operation of students and fellowship opportunities within the Biorisk Management Group
Conducting activities in laboratory environments up to and including PC-4
Supporting BMG and facility staff on the safe and compliant removal of materials from the facility

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree (with Honours) in Microbiological Sciences and/or equivalent experience in a regulated/high containment microbiology or biorisk management/biosafety professional role
Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to identify, implement and document decisions that impact microbiological containment, biosafety, biosecurity or regulatory compliance
Ability and willingness to contribute novel ideas and approaches in support of biosafety and biosecurity
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to deliver training and prepare professional communications for various audiences
Familiarity with and understanding of current Australian legislation, regulations, and standards relevant to biorisk management

What we offer:

15.4% superannuation
Flexible work arrangements
Range of leave entitlements
Career development opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 06, 2025

Expiration:
November 19, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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