Microbiology Scientist – PCR & MDU, NATA Lab

Queensland Health; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12.75% superannuation

17.5% leave loading

24/7 confidential employee support

Flexible leave entitlements (including

Career progression and diverse career

Job summary

Queensland Health's Microbiology team is seeking a Scientist to support timely pathology results for clients. You will perform routine and complex testing in a NATA-accredited laboratory and contribute to a high-performing, multi-skilled team.

Your role involves applying microbiology and molecular/PCR techniques, maintaining quality standards, and delivering accurate results with client satisfaction at the forefront.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge, expertise and skills within a Microbiology/MDU laboratory.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-skilled laboratory team under supervision.
• Knowledge of Microbiology/Molecular/PCR laboratory techniques.
• Apply established principles to routine and complex duties in a molecular lab with client-focused results.
• Identify and implement quality and service improvements per accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and complex testing of samples following accredited protocols.
• Apply scientific judgement to complex problems under supervision of senior staff.
• Deliver quality results adhering to NATA accreditation requirements.

Skills

Microbiology/MDU laboratory expertise

Molecular/PCR laboratory techniques

Quality improvement

Client-focused communication

Tools

NATA/ISO accreditation knowledge

Job description

Queensland Health's Microbiology team is seeking a Scientist to support timely pathology results for clients. You will perform routine and complex testing in a NATA-accredited laboratory and contribute to a high-performing, multi-skilled team.

Your role involves applying microbiology and molecular/PCR techniques, maintaining quality standards, and delivering accurate results with client satisfaction at the forefront.