We are excited to offer two roles as a Medical Scientist, the primary focus for these roles is to provide continuity in the delivery of state-wide flow cytometry pathology services and harmonise testing strategies for haematological malignancies across the flow cytometry testing sites within Pathology Queensland. A requirement of this role will be to include mandatory travel of at least 6 weeks per year, to other sites, including Gold Coast University Hospital, Sunshine Coast University Hospital, and Townsville Hospital Laboratory.

Job details

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under ‘your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated high level of knowledge and skill in the clinical diagnostic Flow Cytometry principles, procedure, results interpretation and assay/instrument troubleshooting.
• Experience in the use of a Laboratory Information System such as AUSLAB,
• Ability to work in a diverse scientific role and perform duties with varying degrees of independence depending on experience.
• Significant experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas – instrument or method validation and implementations, training, education, quality or troubleshooting in flow cytometry.
• Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and an ability to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and with members of staff.
• High level communication skills and ability to maintain professional relationships in the workplace.
• Ability to lead process improvement and client liaison activities.
• Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders and team members and ability to effectively communicate and influence staff.
• Ability to work with a multi-discipline team rotating through the departments as required and contribute a range of diagnostic skills and guidance relevant to the disciplines.
• Commitment to the principles of quality management and continuous quality improvement and to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification.
• Awareness of procedures policies and regulations which impact on the position such as the Queensland Health Code of Conduct, Workplace Health and Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-discrimination.
• Awareness of the human resource management policies applicable to contemporary workplaces.
• Ability to work across Pathology Queensland Flow cytometry sites under direction of multiple Principal Chief Scientists and Supervising scientists.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing.

Professional development

• Career 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 inclusion 

At 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. 

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QPHASS639891 Medical Scientist Flow Cytometry PFT x2 (PDF, 304KB)
  Role Description