In-Demand Forensic science Jobs in New South Wales

Assistant Scientist
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water —Lidcombe NSW
- $53.25 - $59.23 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Research
- Analysis skills
7d
Molecular Biology Technician, Science & Technical Level 4, National Measurement Institute
Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources —Lindfield NSW
- $81,448 - $87,918 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- No degree
- AI
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
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Microbiologist - Food Testing
Eurofins Australia Food —Girraween NSW
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
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- Microsoft Excel
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2027 Graduate Program, Data & Analytics
FTI Consulting —Sydney NSW
- $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Databases
- SQL
- Communication skills
- On-the-job training
Technical Analyst
Corrs Chambers Westgarth —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer Science
- SQL
- Parental leave
12d
Cybersecurity Analyst
Intelliworx Managed IT Pty Ltd —Norwest Business Park NSW
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Bachelor's degree
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5d
Manager Client Services
NSW Department of Communities and Justice —New South Wales
- $154,231 - $178,369 a year
- Full-time
- Experience working with children
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Employee assistance program
9d
Senior Incident Response Specialist
TPG Telecom —New South Wales
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- AWS
SOC Incident Responder
KBR —Matraville NSW
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
2d
Cyber Security Operations Coordinator
AI Talent —Barangaroo NSW
- $70,000 - $120,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
- Work from home
Quick Apply
Threat Response Technology and Capabilities Product Owner
Mastercard —St Leonards NSW
- Full-time
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Master's degree
Senior Consultant - Forensic and Integrity Services - Forensic Data Analytics
EY —Sydney NSW
- Azure
- SQL
- AWS
- Parental leave
Senior Access Consultant - Major Construction Projects
Jensen Hughes —Sydney NSW
- Research
- No degree
- Construction experience
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Security Analyst
NGS Super —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Azure
- Computer Science
- AWS
Quick Apply
Product Manager
Nuix —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- Computer science
- No degree
- Product management
Senior Product Manager, AI
Nuix —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- AI
Senior Consultant / Principal Consultant - Strategic Risk Consulting | Risk & Analytics
WTW —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Leadership
11d
Security Engineer
Snapchat —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- AWS
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Staff Corporate Security Engineer
Airwallex —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Salesforce
- Bachelor's degree
Technical Solutions Engineer, Campus & WiFi-focused - Sydney
Arista Networks —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Sales
- Data analysis skills
Quick Apply

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Assistant Scientist

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water -
Lidcombe NSW

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Job Details

Casual
$53.25 - $59.23 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Research
Analysis skills

Full Job Description

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Reference number

551888

Occupation

Environmental Science

Work type

Flexibility available

Location

Lidcombe

Salary Information

Salary Not Specified

Closing date

22 August 2026 at 11:55pm

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

Apply cutting-edge science to protect NSW's environment
Casual position with work typically totalling up to 14 hours per month, with the possibility of occasional weekend work. Hours may vary depending on operational requirements.
Lidcombe office location
Casual rates apply, relative to experience ($53.25 to $59.23 per hour) plus relevant superannuation

Our Environmental Forensics team is currently seeking to appoint an Assistant Scientist to contribute to scientific investigations and projects that help protect the environment and support evidence-based decision-making across NSW.

As an Assistant Scientist, you will support the delivery of scientific projects through data collection and analysis, maintenance of the laboratory and organism cultures, and assisting with technical investigations and toxicity testing, with a particular focus on environmental forensics and related scientific disciplines. Working alongside experienced scientists and technical experts, you will contribute to high-quality scientific outcomes that inform environmental regulation, policy and operational decision-making. This role offers exposure to complex environmental investigations and the chance to develop your technical expertise within a highly skilled and supportive team environment.

About You
You are an emerging science professional with a passion for applying scientific knowledge to solve complex environmental challenges. With qualifications and experience in ecotoxicology, environmental forensics, or a related scientific discipline, you bring strong analytical and research skills and enjoy working with data, evidence and technical information to support meaningful environmental outcomes. You have a keen eye for detail, a commitment to scientific rigour, and the ability to contribute to the delivery of high-quality projects and investigations.

You are a collaborative and proactive team member who builds positive working relationships with colleagues, research partners and stakeholders. You communicate technical information clearly, manage competing priorities effectively, and adapt quickly to changing project needs. Motivated by continuous learning and improvement, you enjoy working in a supportive team environment and take pride in delivering reliable, customer-focused scientific outcomes that help protect the people and environment of NSW.

Essential Requirements

Scientific qualifications and knowledge of ecotoxicology and/or environmental forensics science.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Scientist

Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume (maximum 3 pages) and cover letter (maximum 1 page) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

Applications close 23 August 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Danielle Hill via [email protected] or on 02 8275 1483.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 (please mention reference number 55188.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at [email protected] for a yarn.

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