Scientist Microbiology (Part-Time)
An exciting and challenging opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified Scientist to work part-time (3 days per week) with RCPAQAP.
Summary about this job
Pathology
Company: RCPA Quality Assurance Programs
Location: Sydney
Work type: Part Time
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Phone: +61-2-8668-6516
Fax: +61-8-7469-9513
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Detail information about job Scientist Microbiology (Part-Time). Terms and conditions vacancy
RCPAQAP seeks to lead the industry in the provision of external quality assurance programs to pathology laboratories in Australia and worldwide.
Offering an opportunity and challenge for a suitably qualified Scientist to work (part-time, 3 days per week) with colleagues of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Quality Assurance Programs (RCPAQAP) in the Clinical Microbiology Discipline.
Position Objectives include:
- Assisting in the preparation of testing material for surveys including the setting up of trial preparations, performing of identification tests and homogeneity and stability testing,
- Preparing reagents for basic bacterial staining.
- Performing bacterial and cell counts.
- Maintaining bacterial culture collection.
- Supervision of computer data entry for each survey, compiling results and writing reports
- Provide support for our local and overseas clients to improve their EQA performance
- Liaise with our clients, clinicians and expert Advisory Committees to refine and improve our current programs
- Assist with survey material packing and dispatch
- Participate in the education and research activities of the RCPAQAP including publications and presentations
The successful applicant will have a demonstrated interest in contributing to patient care through improved Quality Assurance in Clinical Pathology. As this position involves regular interaction with clients, demonstrated written and verbal communication skills along with a customer focussed approach are essential.
Location
This position is located at the RCPAQAP facility at St Leonards, Sydney
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Applicants will need to attach a comprehensive and current CV and address the selection criteria outlined below in their cover letter.
Essential:
1. Tertiary qualifications in an appropriate medical science degree.
2. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
3. Intermediate experience in Microsoft office software, particularly MS Word and MS Excel and web-based databases.
4. Proven ability to work both as a team member and independently on projects.
5. Demonstrated commitment to the principles and practice of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Ethical Conduct, diversity and Work Health and Safety (WHS).
6. Recent experience working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory.
Desirable
1. Microbiology or multi-disciplinary experience.
2. Experience in policy and procedural documentation.
3. Demonstrated experience in laboratory quality systems, NATA accreditation and general quality management principles.
4. Experience in conference presentations and publications.
5. Membership in an appropriate industry or professional organisation (e.g. AACB, AIMS).
RCPAQAP Pty Ltd is committed to providing our staff with a safe workplace and require all staff to demonstrate compliance with the NSW Health Policy Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases (PD2011_005), and any other relevant policies prior to employment.
Applications close on 25/07/2018. Applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date