Senior Scientist - Microbiology

Australian Clinical Labs (Clinical Labs) is committed to be the pathology provider of choice. Our business is growing rapidly and now has over 5000 employees and a truly national reach. We have approximately 100 NATA accredited laboratories that perform close to 6 million episodes each year for doctors, specialists, patients, hospitals and corporate clients. Clinical Labs services almost 100 private and public hospitals and is the largest provider of pathology services to public hospitals in Australia.

Who we are

We pride ourselves on our patient focus and medical excellence, empowering our people to help us to improve and save patient’s lives. Our culture is agile and willing to change, and we always act with the highest respect and integrity. Clinical Lab’s employees are passionate about what they do, the work environment in which they operate and the safety and wellbeing of all who interact with us.

About the role

We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a passionate, motivate and patient focused Evening Senior Scientist Permanent Part timehours at our Osborne Park Laboratory 

As evening Senior Scientist, you will be responsible for providing leadership as a part of the evening Microbiology team at the Osborne Park laboratory. This role would be ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career. You will be a self-motivated individual, who can demonstrate an attention to detail, along with excellent communication skills and a strong focus on outstanding customer service.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Laboratory Science or an AIMS accredited equivalent as a minimum.
• Minimum of 3 years recent experience in a diagnostic clinical pathology environment, with specific experience in a Microbiology department.
• Previous experience in leading a team would be advantageous
• High attention to detail and experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and successfully work as part of a team.
• The ability to identify and analyse issues, problems and opportunities in a timely and effective manner.
• Exceptional communication, time management & organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the team, pathologists, referring Doctors and patients
• The ability to contribute towards the delivery of customer focused services.
• Ability to understand and ensure compliance with WHS policies and guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy workplace.

 Applicants must address the criteria above in their application.

Australian Clinical Labs is an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. 

As a healthcare provider, Clinical Labs requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated against COV-19. If successful, we will ask for proof of immunisation accordingly for our records.

You may be required to undergo probity checks as part of the recruitment process including police check and licence check. 

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.