Microbiologist - Medrecruit

Medrecruit; Launceston; On-site; AUD 223,000 - 320,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

CPD allowance

Motor vehicle allowance

Private practice options

Relocation assistance

Study leave and professional dev.

Fitness and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

MedRecruit Limited is seeking a Staff Specialist Microbiologist for a fixed-term, part-time role in Launceston, Tasmania. You will provide specialist microbiology advice, support diagnostic processes, and collaborate with infection prevention and control teams within a major regional hospital.

The role involves on-call duties, leave coverage, and potential teaching/research activities, with a pro rata salary and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Clinical microbiology service experience required.
• Bench-level microbiology expertise expected.
• Ability to communicate critical microbiology results clearly.
• Ability to collaborate with Infectious Diseases and Infection Control teams.
• Teaching and research capability desirable.
• Strong laboratory safety knowledge essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist microbiology advice to the hospital team.
• Offer diagnostic support to clinicians and laboratory staff.
• Cover leave periods and maintain service continuity.
• Collaborate with infection prevention and control teams.
• Support teaching and research activities within the service.

Skills

Clinical microbiology service

Bench-level microbiology

Communicate critical results

Infectious diseases collaboration

Teaching and research

Laboratory safety

Job description

Staff Specialist Microbiologist - Public Hospital Pathology

Location: Launceston, Tasmania, Australia

Type: Fixed-Term | Part-Time (up to 22.8 hrs/fortnight) | On-call required

Salary: $222,789 - $319,701 p.a. pro rata + 12% super + extensive benefits

About the Role

Join a leading public pathology service supporting a major regional hospital and Northern Tasmania. Work alongside pathologists, scientists, technicians, and infectious diseases clinicians, providing specialist microbiology advice, diagnostic support, leave coverage, and collaboration with infection prevention and control teams.

Key Requirements:

• Clinical microbiology service experience
• Bench-level microbiology expertise
• Communication of critical microbiology results
• Collaboration with Infectious Diseases and Infection Control teams
• Teaching and research capability
• Strong laboratory safety knowledge

Eligibility

• Specialist registration; or
• IMG on specialist pathway; or
• IMG with recognised overseas specialist qualification and relevant experience
• International candidates can be considered.

Benefits

• Salary packaging
• CPD allowance
• Motor vehicle allowance
• Private practice options
• Relocation assistance
• Study leave and professional development support
• Fitness and wellbeing benefits

Why Tasmania?

Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, stunning wilderness, world-class food and wine, short commutes, affordable living, and exceptional work-life balance while making a meaningful impact in a regional healthcare setting.

This hospital is part of an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the surrounding community. They are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.

Location information

Located in one of Tasmania's major cities, it is a vibrant hub for food and wine, culture and nature. In fact, the whole region is packed with city and country charm, gorgeous old towns, excellent food and wine and beautiful scenic highlights.

Attractions in the region include:

• Colonial and Victorian architecture
• Art galleries, museums
• Vineyards
• A natural water basin
• Scenic walking trails, native bushland and wildlife