Are you a motivated and skilled science professional with a passion for making a difference? Interested in making important contributions to the safety of people and animals in Australia? The APVMA's Agricultural Chemicals is seeking applications for two Directors in Chemistry and Manufacture to play an important part in APVMA's delivery of efficient and effective agvet regulation. Located in either Canberra ACT or regional Armidale NSW , you will gain experience in the Australian Public Service, have access to a variety of flexible working arrangements, and make important contributions to setting and achieving strategic and operational goals. The key duties of the position include Both Directors belong to sections responsible for evaluating the chemistry aspects of applications, including manufacturing processes, composition, specifications, stability, packaging and analytical methods. They will oversee the development of assessment reports for products, chemical reviews, and permits, which provide recommendations to relevant delegates in line with statutory criteria. Each position will also oversee advice on chemistry matters both within and outside APVMA (e.g. to applicants, industry bodies, other regulators, and the compliance, and adverse experience teams). Other key responsibilities may include: Leading and managing a team, with a particular focus on coaching and mentoring, managing wellbeing and developing leadership and technical capacity. Overseeing the preparation and quality of specialist advice on the interpretation of data, scientific reports, policies and procedures within a regulatory framework. Leading the development of written material including guidance documents for applicants, regulatory consultation documents and internal guidance material.
