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Form of workPerform cutting-edge research in extracellular vesicles and the mechanisms of human inflammatory kidney diseases as directed by the Senior Research Scientist and Director of the Kidney Health Service. This will include the implementation of existing scientific protocols and development of novel procedures.
About the role
- The Research Scientist is expected to exercise a degree of independence and demonstrate high levels of initiative in driving project outcomes and initiatives. This will include formulating and collating data to a high standard for publishing in scientific journals and contributing to the preparation of successful funding applications.
- The Research Scientist assists in the supervision of research staff and students of the Conjoint Kidney Research Laboratory.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- High Performance – cultivates innovation, is action oriented, high technical accomplishments, drives high quality results, represents the Laboratory and presents research work at international forums, supports Metro North's vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders.
- Teamwork – collaborates effectively, develops others in the team, has the courage to address conflict and inequity, builds effective teams to bring about best use of resources to deliver work at a high level of productivity.
- Respect – demonstrates interpersonal savvy, recognises and attributes the work of others, communicates effectively and balances the needs of all stakeholders with utmost respect to all people at all times.
- Compassion – demonstrates self-awareness of the effects of behaviour on others, deals with or manages ambiguity and complexity in self and others.
- Integrity – demonstrates sound decision quality, ensures accountability, demonstrates courage in the face of adversity and works effectively / manages complexity to ensure work output and decisions are ethical and invariably of a high standard.
Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous salary packaging ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
- Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
- 5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers ( https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers )
Job ad reference number: RBH538257. Close date: 28/01/2024.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
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