Company description:

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Job description:

The Role:

A fantastic opportunity exists for an experienced and suitably qualified Medical Scientist to join the Immunology Department at Northern Pathology Victoria located at Northern Health in Epping, in a Permanent 1.0 FTE Full-Time capacity. The successful applicant must have experience and with a broad range of immunopathology techniques including indirect immunofluorescence.

The role is responsible for the reliable, accurate and timely provision of pathology results in the Immunopathology Laboratory. The Northern Health Immunology service is currently under active development, and it is expected that the successful applicant will participate in the development of the laboratory.

The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the values, quality objectives, performance goals, delegations, policies, procedures, and operations of NPV and in line with the Northern Health "Code of Conduct".

The major duties and/or responsibilities and the Key Performance Indicators as outlined in the scope of the position description.

This position is responsible for:

• Reliable, accurate and efficient performance of a wide range of diagnostic assays by automated and manual methods. Including the reading of Indirect Immunofluorescence.
• Performing assays in accordance with documented procedures as outlined in the Quality Management System
• Assist in establishing the Immunology service in conjunction with the Principal Scientist and medical staff. Including assay / equipment evaluation and validation, staff selection and training and development of appropriate documentation
• With the support of Haematology Principal Scientist, participate management activities of reporting junior scientist

Other duties as Northern Pathology Victoria broadens its scope of testing.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Bachelor degree of Science or Applied Science or equivalent from a tertiary institution recognised by the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS). Higher qualifications in related fields are desirable
• A minimum of 5 years recent experience in an Immunopathology department in a large medical pathology laboratory and at least 8 years as a qualified scientist. Does not need to have experience with all assays offered by Northern Health though should have sound knowledge and skills relating to an extensive range of diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Strong commitment to a high quality of care and continuous professional development
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and independently with a proven ability to plan and prioritise work effectively to meet deadlines
• High level of interpersonal, leadership, organisational and communication skills with a well-developed capacity to adapt to continues change and liaise effectively with staff
• Capable of performing all laboratory investigations, including instrument operation and understand the principles of analytical methods used
• Recognises and understands the clinical significance of results which should be communicated to the requesting medical offer and other staff
• Be aware of, and comply with, NPAAC and NATA standards and other relevant standards and guidelines

Next Steps . . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts.

For further position information, please refer to the role statement and selection criteria located in the Position Description.

For further information, please contact: Mr Joseph Rigano (Haematology Principal Scientist) on [email protected] or Dr Logan Gardner (Immunopathologist) on [email protected] Northern Pathology Victoria.

Applications Close on 13 October 2025

We offer:

We offer a range of benefits to support and reward staff both personally and professionally, which includes:

· Health and Wellbeing programs, including our ‘Thrive' program

· Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support

· An inclusive and culturally safe space

· State of the art facilities and campus partnerships

· A commitment to ongoing professional development through our ‘Learning Labs'

· Access to salary packaging, EAP and our online library

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Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.

All employees of Northern Health must comply with the health service's Staff Health / Workforce Immunisation procedure (as amended from time to time) together with any relevant State Government and Departmental directives. This requires all employees to be vaccinated for various diseases such as, but not limited to influenza