This frontline role as The Senior Scientist will perform a diverse range of complex and highly specialised diagnostic and therapeutic testing as part of a state-wide tertiary referral Chemical Pathology Laboratory Service. The Unit provides testing for newborn screening services, therapeutic drug monitoring and toxicology, trace element analysis, metabolic disease profiling, steroid hormones, vitamins, porphyrins and biogenic amine analysis. The Unit utilises state-of-the-art technology including tandem mass spectrometry, HPLC, UPLC, GCMS, QTof and ICP-MS.

Job details

The essential requirements for this role are;

• Knowledge of Chemical Pathology testing and its role in clinical medicine.
• Knowledge, skills and expertise in analytical methods and instruments relevant to chemical
• Knowledge, skills and expertise in the validation and clinical interpretation of results in chemical pathology.
• Knowledge of Pathology testing and its diagnostic, therapeutic and monitoring role in disease and health.
• Significant experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas - training, education, quality or troubleshooting in a clinical chemistry laboratory.
• Proven ability to deliver projects within allotted timeframe and be self-driven
• Proven ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative in problem solving and innovative solutions.
• Proven track record of professional development
• Proven ability to participate in a team of professional staff in the delivery of a high quality testing service
• Good communication and negotiation skills with staff at all levels in a large organisation.

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 salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38  hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional 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 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.

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