- Leads forensic evidence recovery and complex casework delivery
- Builds high-performing teams through leadership and development
- Drives quality, innovation, and accreditation excellence
The Science Leader – Evidence Recovery is responsible for providing scientific, operational, and people leadership to the Evidence Recovery Team, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality forensic services that support the justice system. The role oversees case management, resource allocation, workflow optimisation, staff performance, training, and development, while ensuring compliance with quality standards, NATA accreditation requirements, and best-practice forensic methodologies. The position contributes to strategic planning and organisational priorities as part of the Biology Leadership Group, provides expert advice to stakeholders, reviews forensic casework and court reports, and leads research, development, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role also fosters a positive workplace culture by promoting professional development, staff wellbeing, diversity, collaboration, and high-performance standards across the team.
Special Conditions
- National Police Check required.
- Employment-related Screening Check required.
- Some out of hours work may be required.
- Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
- Appropriate degree in science (or other related discipline) or an appropriate university qualification (including a post-graduate qualification) in a professional discipline.
- Some out of hours work may be required to respond to urgent SA Police and Coronial casework.
- Interstate travel may be required for training, research, or professional development activity.
- Incumbent must provide a reference DNA sample so that their DNA profile can be generated and stored on a Quality Assurance R
For more information, please see attached Job & Person Specification
Forensic Science SA (FSSA) provides a comprehensive,coordinated range of services to agencies associated with the justice systemincluding the State Coroner, South Australia Police (SAPOL), the Office of theDirector of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and defence and civil litigants.
We are part of the Attorney General’s Department and theDirector, FSSA reports to the Executive Director Finance, People andPerformance. Within FSSA there are four scientific/medico-legal operationalareas: Pathology, Chemistry, Biology and Toxicology, each analysing materialsusing a diverse range of scientific equipment and processes.
The operational areas are supported by Administration,Information Technology and Projects, Facilities and Services and Quality, whoeach provide underpinning services in support of the operational areas.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
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SCIENCE LEADER EVIDENCE RECOVE in Adelaide employer: Attorney-General's Department
The Attorney General's Department in Darwin is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values integrity and collaboration. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to diversity, with priority consideration for Aboriginal applicants. Working in this vibrant location not only provides a meaningful career but also the chance to contribute to the community and make a real difference.
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Attorney-General's Department Recruitment Team
