Histologist
Histologist
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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 highlight
- Deliver vital diagnostic histology services at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness
- Draw on your knowledge of immunohistochemistry for disease diagnoses
- Support on-site teams and CSIROs wider scientific community
About CSIRO and ACDP
As Australias national science agency CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone just like you joined us and took on the challenge. more information.
The Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP formally known as AAHL)helps protect Australias multi-billion dollar livestock and aquaculture industries and the general public from emerging infectious disease threats. It is a high-containment facility designed to allow scientific research into the most dangerous infectious agents in the world. Visit the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness - CSIRO for more information.
The opportunity
The Diagnosis Surveillance and Response (DSR) Program at the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) provides diagnostic and research capability required to investigate and respond to newly emerging diseases affecting livestock and other animals. The Histology team delivers science to both the DSR and research groups within the ACDP and the wider scientific community.
As a Histologist with the DSR Program you will play a central role in delivering diagnostic histology services at the ACDP. Performing all basic and complex histological techniques you will identify host markers of infection. You will also have a vital role in assisting the DSR program with continuing support for transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSE) surveillance throughout Australia
The appointee must be able to meet ACDPs microbiological security and security assessment requirements.
Your high-level duties will include:
- Contribute to all aspects of a Histology laboratory. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Specimen Accessioning into LIMS system
- Specimen cut up
- Specimen processing (ASP300)
- Embedding
- Microtomy
- Basic Histological stains H&E
- Immunohistochemistry. (DAKO Autostainer) including the characterisation of new anti-bodies using advanced technical skills
- Slide send out and block checking
- Scanning of slides
- Contribute to QA requirements maintaining up-to-date and accurate test records as well as annual updates of Standard Operating Procedures and proficiency testing.
- Maintain laboratory consumables.
- Respond efficiently to client requests.
Location: Geelong Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) VIC
Salary: AU$73k - AU$93k per annum plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified Term for 12 months; Full-time
Reference: 101203
As the successful candidate you will bring:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in science preferably Applied Science or relevant industry experience.
- Proven knowledge and experience in all aspects of Laboratory including tissue processing embedding microtomy microscopy and basic Histology staining.
- Demonstrated experience in immunohistochemistry skills.
- Understanding the importance of Quality Assurance and Quality control.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and co-operatively as a member of a larger team to work effectively towards deadlines.
Desirable
- Advanced immunohistochemistry skills including the characterization of new antibodies
- Experience with ISH (in situ hybridisation)
- Understanding of Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS)
- Previous experience in a NATA accredited histology laboratory
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 arecruitment 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 contactTalent Consultantand let us know how we can support you.
Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements
Wework flexibly at CSIRO offering a range of options for how when and where you can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment also offers a range of leave entitlementsbenefitsandcareer developmentopportunities. To find out more visitCareers at CSIRO.
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 creatingdiverse 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 well-being of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
How to Apply
Please apply online and provide a CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum 2 pages)responding to each of the selection criteria in detail that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Please attach your selection criteria responses to your cover letter as one document.
Applications Close
19 October 2025 11:00 pm AEDT
We encourage early applications as we will be starting to review applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
