Careers in plant biosecurity

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Current Opportunities

As the Associate Subprogram Leader, Molecular Diagnostics, you will work closely with the Subprogram Leader to support the delivery of molecular diagnostic services, applied research and innovation that protect South Australia's plant industries and strengthen biosecurity outcomes.
You will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day activities of the Molecular Diagnostics subprogram, including staff development, project delivery and diagnostic services. You will contribute to the operation of the Molecular Diagnostic Centre by overseeing diagnostic activities, delivering research and development projects, and implementing new diagnostic methods and technologies.
You will apply your scientific expertise to address emerging plant health challenges, working with industry, government and research partners to detect and respond to pests and diseases while improving diagnostic capability and delivering practical outcomes for South Australia's primary industries.

Find out more on the SA Jobs website

Applications close 29 November.

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Everyone working in plant biosecurity diagnostics in Australian or New Zealand is encouraged to join NPBDN. Relevant disciplines include bacteriologists, botanists, entomologists, general plant pathologists, molecular biologists, mycologists, nematologists, phytoplasmologists, virologists and weed scientists.

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Hear from diagnostics professionals

There are a number of different and exciting pathways in a plant biosecurity career.