In-Demand Chief scientist Jobs in Australia

Senior Health Scientist
Department of Health —Melbourne VIC
- $116,413 - $140,849 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Recruiting
5d
Chief Scientist
Australian Museum —Sydney NSW
- Part-time
- Research
8d
Senior Research Officer
The Garvan Institute of Medical Research —Sydney NSW
- Up to $128,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Parental leave
Head Of Psychology
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre —Parkville VIC
- $167,684.40 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Supervising experience
- Annual leave
5d
Lecturer in Synthetic Chemistry
University of Newcastle —Callaghan NSW
- $117,226 - $139,207 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Master's degree
- Parental leave
Principal Data Scientist
Commonwealth Bank —Eveleigh NSW
- Full-time
- Azure
- SQL
- AWS
Full Stack Software Engineer - Agentic AI
NinjaTech AI —Sydney NSW
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- AWS
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
Research Fellow, Australian Centre for AI in Medical Innovation
La Trobe University —Bundoora VIC
- From $118,530 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Working with children
1d
Associate Professor (Research), Australian Centre for AI in Medical Innovation
La Trobe University —Bundoora VIC
- From $172,864 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Working with children
- Recruiting
1d
Senior Research Fellow, Australian Centre for AI in Medical Innovation
La Trobe University —Bundoora VIC
- From $144,266 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Working with children
1d
Data Analyst
RMIT University —Melbourne VIC
- Full-time
- SQL
- University
- Working with children
3d
Senior AI Solutions Engineer
DataRobot —Remote
- Full-time
- Remote
- Azure
- Sales
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Pharmacy Technician Grade 3
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre —Parkville VIC
- $67,138 a year
- Weekend availability
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
Pharmacist Grade 2 – Aseptic Manufacturing
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre —Parkville VIC
- Up to $106,907 a year
- Part-time
- Management
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
8d
Senior Manager Nuclear Assurance
ANSTO —Lucas Heights NSW
- $180,000 - $234,000 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
1d
Pharmacist Grade 2
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre —Parkville VIC
- Up to $106,906 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Annual leave
4d
Resource Geologist
Stratum AI —Australia
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
- Machine learning
Quick Apply
Chemical Engineers
BILLINTON GROUP —Australia
- Engineering
- Cleaning
Lead Metallurgist / Mineral Processing Engineer (Canada or Australia)
Stratum AI —Australia
- Full-time
- Remote
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
- Machine learning
Quick Apply
Director, Business Development (Australia)
Stratum AI —Australia
- Full-time
- Remote
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Business development
Quick Apply

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Senior Health Scientist

Department of Health -
Melbourne VIC

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Part-time | Full-time
$116,413 - $140,849 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Analysis skills
Public health
Recruiting

Full Job Description

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Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

Salary: $116,413 - $140,849

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Science and research

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/1934669

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role:

The Environmental Public Health and Water team supports Victoria's Chief Health Officer Group in providing specialist expertise on the public health impacts of environmental hazards. The work is interesting and diverse and can involve dealing with unusual and unexpected or emerging environmental hazards and scenarios. The team comprises people with scientific, problem solving and conceptual and analytical skills and abilities. The team provides advice on risk management measures, policy options and complex environmental public health issues and works under the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008, Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations 2019, Safe Drinking Water Act 2003 and Safe Drinking Water Regulations 2025.

This position is responsible for providing advice on environmental public health issues, developing and implementing policies, supporting and/or co-ordinating the response to issues, investigations, incidents and emergencies, and for contributing to state and national level environmental health-related policies and guidelines. It also supports relevant national committees. The position also has Team Leader responsibilities.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

Qualifications / Expertise:

A tertiary qualification in fields related to toxicology, environmental public health or health and environmental sciences is highly desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of risks to human health from environmental hazards and expertise in risk assessment, risk communication and risk management.

What we offer:

The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email [email protected]. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.

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Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 11.59pm

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6 July 2026

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