Dave Smith

Dave Smith is an Associate Director at BDO Australia Limited, where since April 2011, responsibilities have included providing consulting and compliance advice on the Research & Development Tax Incentives and government grants across various sectors such as mining and biotechnology. Prior experience includes a role at PricewaterhouseCoopers focusing on R&D tax compliance and eligibility, and earlier positions as a Research and Development Scientist at Cook Medical and a Senior Research Assistant at the Centre for Immunology. Smith's professional journey also encompasses forensic science, medical technical roles, and fire protection engineering. Educational credentials include a Master of Science with honors in Molecular Biology, Animal Physiology, Biotechnology, and Philosophy from the University of Canterbury.