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Job Description
Job Description:
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
- Part time (2 days per week)
- Fixed term appointment until 31st December 2025
About the Role
The Diagnostic & Research Scientist in the MAND Lab must demonstrate a commitment to advancing neurology research and be dedicated to their personal growth and goals within the strategic direction of St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM). Under the direction of the Senior Scientist in the MAND Lab and in alignment with SVHMs mission and values the Diagnostic & Research Scientist will assist with laboratory investigations for patients with suspected mitochondrial genetic and autoimmune encephalopathy disorders.
- Perform and manage laboratory activities in compliance with NATA guidelines and best practice standards including molecular biology and immunological testing patient specimen preparation and analysis while maintaining confidentiality of patient and laboratory records.
- Contribute to the development validation and implementation of new tests participate in quality assurance programs and assist in equipment maintenance and inventory management all while implementing OH&S principles to maintain a safe work environment.
- Support the operation of the MAND Lab by conducting key investigations into suspected mitochondrial and autoimmune encephalopathies.
- Develop validate and implement new molecular and immunological tests keeping up to date with emerging methodologies.
- Maintain compliance with NATA standards through participation in quality assurance programs and continuous process improvement.
- Collaborate with colleagues clinicians and external partners contributing to publications and NATA documentation
Classifications for this position will range from RX1 - RX7 ($63674 - $91785 per annum pro rata).
Your Contribution
- Relevant tertiary qualification and at least 3 years of experience in the health sector with specific skills in various laboratory techniques
- Knowledge of Patient sample handling (blood / serum CSF hair and urine) DNA extractions PCR/RFLP Sequencing Immunological techniques/ indirect immunofluorescence Microscopy MS Access
- A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or willing to obtain
What We Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives with regular events and programs
- Confidential solutions-focused employee counselling
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
- Salary Packaging Increase your take home pay!
- In the heart of Fitzroy CBD at our doorstep close to some of Melbournes best cafes public transport and lots of carparks
About Clinical Neurosciences
Clinical Neurosciences is a multidisciplinary unit focused on improving the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The unit offers a comprehensive clinical and diagnostic service while maintaining a strong emphasis on research particularly in epilepsy multiple sclerosis and movement disorders. Clinical trials play a vital role in our research activities at Clinical Neurosciences enhancing our global research reputation and transforming the lives of patients locally by providing access to cutting-edge therapies for those in need.
Working at St Vincents
St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion Justice Integrity and Excellence.
Application
- Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
For further information please contact:
Rosetta Marotta ()
LOCAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
Clinical Neurosciences is a multidisciplinary unit dedicated to improving the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders. The unit provides a clinical and diagnostic service and maintains a strong research focus; principally centred on epilepsy multiple sclerosis and movement disorders.
Clinical trials are an essential element of our research activities in Clinical Neurosciences from enhancing our research status globally while transforming patient lives locally by providing cutting edge therapies to a much needed population of patients.
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Senior Scientist in the Mitochondrial and Autoimmune Neurological Disorders Laboratory the Diagnostic & Research Scientist is responsible for performing a number of key laboratory investigations to elucidate the underlying defects in patients with suspected mitochondrial genetic and autoimmune encephalopathy disorders.
POSITION DUTIES
- Actively participates in running the Mitochondrial and Autoimmune Neurological Disorders Laboratory.
- Performs daily laboratory activities according to NATA adheres to NATA guidelines and best practice standards.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and laboratory records.
- Demonstrates time management skills and ability to prioritise work.
- Assists with molecular biology and immunological testing patient specimen preparation and analysis.
- Assists in purchases maintenance and maintains an inventory of equipment and laboratory supplies.
- Integrates OH&S principles into laboratory practice and maintains a safe work environment.
- Troubleshoots system issues and resolves customer complaints.
- Introduces develops and validates new tests as required.
- Stays current with literature on new methodologies in molecular biology and immunology.
- Contributes and participates in internal and external quality assurance programs and strives for best practices.
- Reviews and ensures corrective action for non-conformance events.
- Communicates effectively with staff clinicians and external stakeholders.
- Supervises and trains junior and non-scientific staff as required.
- Attends meetings and discussions with senior scientists and directors.
- Participates in performance appraisals and departmental education meetings.
- Engages in continuing education and professional development activities.
- Contributes or produces validation/verification and NATA laboratory documentation.
- Contributes or produces to peer-reviewed scientific publications.
SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL REGISTRATION LICENSE OR QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant tertiary qualification with a minimum of 3-years working experience in the health sector
OTHER ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
- Patient sample handling (blood / serum CSF hair and urine)
- DNA extractions
- PCR/RFLP
- Sequencing
- Immunological techniques/ indirect immunofluorescence
- Microscopy
- MS Access
Closing Date:
10 August 2025 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincents we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming safe equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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Employment Type
Part-Time
