Microbiology Scientist: Quality, Training & Career Growth

Queensland Health; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Generous leave

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a Scientist to perform a range of scientific, technical and related tasks in the Microbiology Laboratory. The role covers Monday to Friday with some afternoon/evening shifts and rostered weekend work as required by the department.

Key responsibilities include specimen reception, processing, investigations, operation of laboratory equipment, quality control, and training junior staff. Strict adherence to accreditation standards and GMP/TGA procedures is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical microbiology techniques beneficial
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Reception and processing of specimens in Microbiology Laboratory
• Perform laboratory investigations and tests as required
• Operate automated and other laboratory equipment
• Monitor, clean and maintain equipment
• Participate in quality management and QA programs
• Train and assist junior staff as required
• Undertake miscellaneous technical/scientific tasks
• Work afternoon/evening shift roster and weekends as required
• Comply with accreditation/certification requirements including QA procedures and statistics
• Process TGA samples in accordance with GMP protocols and maintain competency

Job description

Queensland Health is seeking a Scientist to perform a range of scientific, technical and related tasks in the Microbiology Laboratory. The role covers Monday to Friday with some afternoon/evening shifts and rostered weekend work as required by the department.

Key responsibilities include specimen reception, processing, investigations, operation of laboratory equipment, quality control, and training junior staff. Strict adherence to accreditation standards and GMP/TGA procedures is expected.