Laboratory Diagnostic Technician - bacteriology & serology (99879)
Laboratory Diagnostic Technician - bacteriology & serology (99879)
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Job Description
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land sea and waters of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation
Role highlights
- Support key research and diagnostic work on exotic and infectious animal diseases
- Build and maintain strong relationships and ensure clients are kept up-to-date on progress
- Play an integral role across ACDPs Diagnosis Surveillance and Response program
About CSIRO
At CSIRO Australias national science agency we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact.
CSIRO is committed to values-based leadership to inspire performance and unlock the potential of our people.
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The opportunity
The Diagnosis Surveillance and Response Program at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) seeks toappoint a skilled laboratory diagnostic technician to the bacteriology team for a specified term role. The role will encompass several aspects of diagnostic microbiology and serology primarily assisting with classical bacteriology molecular assays and some serology-based assays such as ELISA IFAT and CFTS in the bacteriology team.
As the Lab Diagnostic Technician you will be responsible for the delivery of outputs across a range of quality-assured laboratory diagnostic services. In particular the work will include disease surveillancebacteriology serology and health certification testing for exotic and infectious diseases of veterinary significance testing for sterility and freedom from contamination of biological materials intended for veterinary use and associated laboratory housekeeping activities.
The appointee will work in the biologically secure laboratories at physical containment level 3 andmust meet ACDPs microbiological security and security assessment requirements.
Your high-level duties will include:
- Responsible forsupporting and delivering quality assured diagnostic testing services (ISO 17025) for a broad range of bacterial parasitic and fungal pathogensand exclusion of emergency animal diseases routine surveillance and biological samples testing.
- Contribute to quality assurance requirements including reporting tests maintaining up-to-date and accurate test records and proficiency testing.
- Provide general laboratory support for housekeeping and maintenance activities.
- Complete assigned tasks on time while maintaining an awareness of team diagnostic priorities and the flexibility to assist team workflow.
- Assist the Bacteriology Team Leader Innocuity Technical Manager and Veterinary Investigation Team by providing oral and written advice upon request.
- Work independently or collaboratively with colleagues on assigned activities including experimental design implementation and timely completion of work.
Role particulars
Location:Geelong Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) VIC
Salary: Au$96k- Au$109k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 12 months until 30 June 2026 / Full-time
Reference: 99879
As the successful candidate you will bring:
- A Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree or equivalent relevant work experience in Biological Sciences or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated record of technical competence and achievement in laboratory diagnostic testing requiring skills in microbiology or serology preferably in animal health.
- An ability to plan and schedule laboratory workflow and address underlying issues of complex and ill-defined problems in a timely and technically sound manner.
- Experience working independently and co-operatively as a member of a larger project team and forming and maintaining effective and respectful relationships with a range of colleagues and collaborators.
- High-level interpersonal written and verbal communication skills including the ability to document results and communicate effectively with colleagues and clients to meet project goals and timelines.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to contribute novel ideas and approaches supporting scientific investigations.
- Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail in a microbiology laboratory setting.
For full details about this role and the desired selection criteria please review the Position Description.
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens residing in Australia. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
Not sure if you meet all the criteria
While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria there are many ways to demonstrate this. Dont let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.
Setting you up for success
We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please contact the Talent Partner mentioned on the PD and let us know how we can support you.
Life at CSIRO and flexible working arrangementss
Inclusion and belonging
Solving Australias greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise that true diversity encompasses all ages abilities cultures faiths levels of education genders sexualities diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First Further Together Making it Real and Trusted.
CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA inclusion and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View ourChild Safe Policy.
How to apply
Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrateyour motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.
Applications close
8 June 2025 11:00 pm AEST
We strongly encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as they come in. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if necessary.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
