Apply scientific knowledge and judgement in the analysis of samples and specimens leading to the delivery of state-wide testing services for public and environmental health microbiology/virology particularly in Entomology, Molecular Epidemiology and Genomics testing, reporting to a diverse client base.

Key competencies (role specific criteria)

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge and skills in the provision of contemporary public health microbiological/virological testing, particularly as this applies to entomology and molecular epidemiology.
• Knowledge and skills in entomology and molecular methods.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills for contributing to laboratory specific documents including research reports, databases, emailing staff and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to a laboratory service that is compliant with NATA/NPAAC/ISO/IEC17025/15189 quality accreditation, standard methods and relevant regulatory guidelines and professional standards.

Qualifications, registrations, and other requirements

• The successful applicant must hold at least a recognised tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in science majoring in Microbiology, Virology or Molecular Genomics.
• While not mandatory, experience in working in a genomics scientific team is highly desirable.
• Please detail any visa conditions you may have if you are not a permanent resident of Australia.
• The position will be utilised at times to assist in the delivery of a 24-hour, 7-day public health services. All newly appointed staff are engaged with the understanding that they may be required to work any rostered shift within the 24-hour 7-day roster period, including overtime as required and participate in an On-call roster.
• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e., building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.