Job Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Scientist to join our team. As a Scientist, you will be responsible for performing manual and automated diagnostic testing, assisting with stock control, maintaining current scientific knowledge, participating in quality assurance activities, contributing to continuous improvement, and participating in training staff.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform routine procedures from point of specimen reception to execution of results for pathological diagnosis.
* Assist with stock control and compliance with records maintenance and recording of results in line with protocols.
* Maintain all equipment and operate equipment in line with protocols.
* Participate in both routine and audit related quality assurance activities.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and the development of new assays as required.
* Participate in training staff and liaise with internal and/or external stakeholders regarding test results or referrals as necessary.
Requirements:
* Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent.
* LCMS experience required, LCMS troubleshooting experience ideal.
* Immunoassay experience ideal, ICPMS experience ideal.
* Experience/understanding of ISO 15189, AS/NZS 4308:2023 urine drug testing standard and AS4760:2019 oral fluid drug testing standard.
* Demonstrated experience, knowledge, expertise and skills within the respective discipline.
* Sound knowledge of QC, QAP and troubleshooting.
* Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification.
* Perform duties with a high degree of independence and with infrequent supervision.
* An outstanding commitment to quality and excellence.
* A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures.
* A positive attitude toward achieving outcomes and being a cohesive, contributing team member.
* Strong time management, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
* The ability to cope and thrive in a busy environment.
* Self-initiative and problem-solving capabilities.
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits:
* Access to a range of benefits including corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
* Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
* Confidential health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.
* Access to fitness centres and pools across Australia at a subsidised rate through our Fitness Passport programme.
About Us:
We are a business committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.