Scientific Officer

Australian Clinical Labs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading pathology provider in South Africa is seeking a Casual Scientific Officer to participate in laboratory operations, perform microbiology tasks, and ensure quality compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Laboratory Science and relevant experience in microbiology. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential. This role requires flexibility and participation in weekend shifts.

Benefits

8 weeks paid parental leave

Access to savings on everyday expenses

Discounted health insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience plate reading in a diagnostic setting.
• Willingness to participate in weekend and evening rosters including public holidays.
• Desirable: experience in veterinary pathology laboratory and fluid analysis.

Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day laboratory operations.
• Perform microbiology tasks and maintain instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance requirements.

Skills

Microbiology experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Laboratory Science

Tools

Maldi-TOF

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Casual Scientific Officer to join our dedicated team within Glenside, SA. Your role will be to participate in the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, working as part of a dedicated team.

Duties include microbiology work, maintenance of instrumentation and equipment, and compliance with accreditation and quality assurance requirements. The preferred applicants will be flexible, punctual, self-motivated, display initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Participate in day-to-day laboratory operations as part of a dedicated team.
• Perform microbiology tasks and maintain instrumentation and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation and quality assurance requirements.
• Demonstrate flexibility, reliability, initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Laboratory Science or an AIMS-accredited equivalent as a minimum.
• Relevant experience in microbiology, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience plate reading in a diagnostic setting.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience using manual kits for identification of bacteria, use of Maldi-TOF, good working knowledge of antibiotics, reading of gram stains and quality control processes.
• Desirable but not essential: experience in veterinary pathology laboratory, parasitology, mycology, cell counts and fluid analysis, plate setup and media making.
• Exceptional communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to contribute towards delivering customer-focused services.
• Own transport and availability to participate in weekend and evening rosters including public holidays.
• Applicants must address the criteria above in their application.

Employee Benefits

• 8 weeks paid parental leave*
• Access to savings on everyday expenses (phone bills, fuel, groceries, fashion, restaurants and entertainment).
• Guidance on healthy living on topics like money, work, mind, body, and life.
• Free and confidential support from qualified counsellors.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Training and development opportunities.
• *Service conditions apply

About us

Australian Clinical Labs (Clinical Labs) is committed to being the pathology provider of choice. Our business is growing rapidly and now has over 5000 employees with a national reach. We have approximately 100 NATA-accredited laboratories that perform close to 6 million episodes each year for doctors, specialists, patients, hospitals and corporate clients. Clinical Labs services almost 100 private and public hospitals and is the largest provider of pathology services to public hospitals in Australia.

Who we are

We pride ourselves on patient focus and medical excellence, empowering our people to help us improve and save patients’ lives. Our culture is agile and willing to change; we act with respect and integrity. Clinical Labs employees are passionate about their work, the work environment, and the safety and wellbeing of all who interact with us.

As a healthcare provider, Clinical Labs requires all new employees to be vaccinated against preventable diseases. If successful, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records.

You may be required to undergo probity checks as part of the recruitment process including police check and licence check.

Diversity and Inclusion

Australian Clinical Labs is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures—including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community, people living with disability, and individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs and welcome applications from veterans and Defence Force personnel and their spouses.

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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