Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $108,103 - $119,353
Grade: FrO4
Occupation: Science and research
Location: Melbourne - Northern suburbs
Reference: VG/20029107
Victoria Police
Forensic Services Department
Biological Sciences Group
DNA Analysis Unit
FO-4 ongoing role available
The Victoria Police Forensic Services Department is an accredited laboratory that provides a professional forensic service to Victoria Police, persons involved with the administration of justice and the public.
About the role:
Units within the Biological Sciences Group (BSG) comprise VPS staff, Forensic Officers and Police members undertaking activities associated with the provision of a forensic biology service to the State of Victoria. This includes scene and laboratory-based evidence recovery, DNA analysis, DNA interpretation and reporting, and management of DNA profile samples in accordance with Section 464 of the Victorian Crimes Act 1958. The DNA Analysis Unit is responsible for delivering high-quality forensic DNA testing and analysis on a wide range of forensic samples.
As the successful applicant, some of your duties will include:
Skills & experience:
As the successful applicant, you will ideally have:
Requirements and relevant information:
How to Apply
Your application must include:
Applications will not be accepted via email.
Applications close midnight, Wednesday 23rd July 2025.
For further information on this role contact: Mick CUMMINS on (03) 9450 9876 or via email @ [email protected]
We welcome applications from people with disability and aim to support an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirement/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team via email [email protected]
Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and support flexible working arrangements.
About Us:
Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety.
Victoria Police is committed to creating a workplace that is safe and inclusive of all our people. We empower and expect our people, at all levels, to develop interpersonal connections and collaborate, use sound judgement, and create and innovate.
In alignment with the principle of self-determination, Victoria Police is dedicated to enhancing our collaboration with the Aboriginal community in Victoria as we build a culturally safe and inclusive workplace for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We continue to engage and build relationships with local Aboriginal communities and work closely with them to enhance opportunities and services aimed at empowerment, equality, and equal participation across all areas of the organisation.
We value the diversity and differences of our employees, including their age, gender, culture, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, and life experience. We celebrate these diverse experiences and perspectives as each person brings an informed and contemporary approach to our work which enhances the wellbeing of all. We aim to provide a safe place that is reflective of the community it serves, allowing everyone to bring their whole selves to work.”
Find out what it is like working as a Victorian Public Servant for Victoria Police: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/vps