Senior Scientist Chemistry/Microbiology

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Health is seeking a laboratory professional to deliver high-level chemistry and related microbiology/molecular testing within a Core Laboratory. You will provide critical technical advice and exercise independent professional judgement in complex investigations.

This role requires leadership in training and development, contributing to quality and policy improvements, and supporting District Health Service clients.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide complex advice to laboratory staff and District Health Service clients on a broad range of issues pertaining to the laboratory work unit and/or discipline.
• High level knowledge and skill in the performance of chemistry and immunoassay investigations, stat microbiology and molecular testing in a clinical pathology laboratory.
• Significant experience and knowledge in training, education, quality or troubleshooting in a clinical chemistry laboratory.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership ability and contribution to the professional development of others.

Responsibilities

• Daily provision of high-level knowledge and expertise in Chemistry and microbiology within Core Laboratory.
• Daily utilisation of high-level knowledge and clinical skills in exercising independent professional judgement in critical decision making.
• Independently solve complex technical problems regarding equipment, instrumentation, computer related issues and procedures without clinical supervision.
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and technical practice within the laboratory work unit.

Skills

Clinical chemistry

Immunoassay investigations

Stat microbiology

Molecular testing

Independent professional judgement

Job description

Your key responsibilities:Daily provision of high-level knowledge, skill and expertise in a Chemistry and moderate knowledge in stat Microbiology/Molecular within Core Laboratory.Daily utilisation of high-level knowledge and clinical skills in exercising independent professional judgement in critical decision making and handling of complex scientific techniques to provide a consistently high technical standard with minimal clinical supervision.Independently solve complex technical problems regarding equipment, instrumentation, computer related issues and procedures without clinical supervision.Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and technical practice within the laboratory work unit.How you will be assessedThe essential requirements for this role are:Demonstrated ability to provide complex advice to laboratory staff and District Health Service clients on a broad range of issues pertaining to the laboratory work unit and/or discipline.Demonstrated high level of knowledge and skill in the performance of chemistry and immunoassay investigations, stat microbiology and molecular testing in a clinical pathology laboratory.Significant experience and knowledge the following areas - training, education, quality or troubleshooting in a clinical chemistry laboratory.Demonstrated clinical leadership ability and contribution to the professional development of others.Why work with us?Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:Competitive salaries12.75% superannuation17.5% leave loadingEmployee wellbeing38 hour full time work weekAccess to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family membersAdditional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.Professional developmentCareer progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusionAt Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.Ready to apply?For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.