Pathogen Genomics Research Technician

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District – Westmead NSW offers a temporary full-time Technical Officer Grade 1/Grade 2 role at Westmead Hospital. You will join the Centre for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology – Public Health, contributing to translational research and infectious disease testing to improve public health outcomes.

You'll support pathogen genomics, laboratory testing and collaboration with researchers, clinicians and lab professionals, while gaining experience across microbial

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Pathology or Diploma in Laboratory Technology required.
• Experience in molecular biology or microbiology laboratory settings.
• Ability to work in a team environment and autonomously to deliver results.
• Strong data entry and MS Office skills.
• Good communication across diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Support pathogen genomics and laboratory testing, including clinical specimen handling, preparation, storage, processing and disposal.
• Maintain accurate research and laboratory records, complete data entry, manage reagents and contribute to stock control and ordering.
• Monitor quality control results, investigate issues and contribute to the accuracy, reliability and validation of laboratory testing.
• Liaise confidently with patients, customers, researchers, clinicians, medical practitioners and research partners to support responsive service delivery.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, troubleshoot issues and contribute to research meetings, scientific discussions and continuous improvement.

Skills

Molecular biology

Microbiology

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Data entry

Education

Certificate IV in Pathology

Diploma in Laboratory Technology

Job description

Western Sydney Local Health District – Westmead NSW offers a temporary full-time Technical Officer Grade 1/Grade 2 role at Westmead Hospital. You will join the Centre for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology – Public Health, contributing to translational research and infectious disease testing to improve public health outcomes.

You'll support pathogen genomics, laboratory testing and collaboration with researchers, clinicians and lab professionals, while gaining experience across microbial