Senior Forensic Scientist

HSO P2/ P3 $122,597 - $140,644 per annum (Progression to P3 is available to staff upon meeting certain competency requirements) Location: Perth Unit/Division: PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA > Forensic Biology This is an appointment for a Permanent Full Time at hours 76 per fortnight WAHealth is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. About the role Applies advanced procedures and techniques, both routine and complex, to examine forensic specimens within Forensic Biology. Provides specialised reports and appears as an expert witness in Courts of Law. Complies with all relevant legislative, administrative and professional standards and meets accreditation / certification requirements. To find out more about the role Please contact Sam Cornwell on 08 6282 3900. We are committed to ensuring our hiring processes are inclusive. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person, a young person or a person with a disability seeking support with your application, please reach out to Jobs and Skills WA on 1364 64. For the full duties and role requirement : Please see the attached Job Description Form. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Eligibility to Apply To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). Other Conditions WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with PathWest is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. What we offer Access to generous salary packaging arrangements. Including: Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent or other everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to innovative leasing to use pre‑tax dollars for a car and related expenses 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. Diverse and inclusive culture Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements Wellness support including discounted gym membership Professional and location‑based allowances PathWest supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. Application Instructions Application submission will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. Please apply online by clicking on the "Apply for Job" button and submit the following: A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees (It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager). A cover letter 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and abilities as they relate to the position. A statement of no more than 3 pages addressing the selection criteria found in the Job Description Form. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr