Specialist Adviser - Microbial Risk & Epidemiology

## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role

• Specialist Adviser (
• Microbial Risk & Epidemiology)
• Role type
• : Permanent
• Location
• : Wellington
• Salary band & range
• : General Salary Range C : $119,376 to $139,700 depending on skills and experience.
• About the Role - Korero mo te Turanga
• The role integrates microbiological and epidemiological insights to support New Zealand Food Safety's research, standards, and regulatory activities.

You will provide scientific advice on pathogen detection, transmission, and control, and lead or support projects under the MPI Operational Research Programme.

A key focus is contributing to risk assessment, management, and communication—particularly in analysing and reporting foodborne illness data.The role also supports MPI's response to food-related incidents and emerging issues, helping develop systems for tracking and reporting human health impacts.

This advice supports both internal stakeholders across MPI and external partners, including industry, consumers, and research funders.

Science and risk assessment are critical inputs at every stage of decision-making and operational delivery.Following internationally recognised procedures, the Food Risk Assessment team provides expert advice on food-related risks and the likely impact of control measures.

These assessments inform risk managers across MPI, helping them identify and implement the most effective regulatory responses.

As an organisation, we are committed to making Manatu Ahu Matua Ministry for Primary Industries a great place to work for all.In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values; your interest and motivations for this role; the abilities, strengths, personal attributes and diverse perspectives you will bring to the role and this organisation, which may have also been gained outside of the workforce.To view the position description and / or apply online, please click "Apply" or visit the .

To apply, you must hold the right to work in New Zealand or be eligible to obtain it – click to find out more about work visa eligibility and options.

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