Chief Scientist Toxicology

​​Job reference: #17808

Brand: Western Diagnostic Pathology

Location: 1 Sabre Crescent, Jandakot WA 6164 (WDP Pathology)

Work type: Full Time (Permanent) 38 hours per week

Schedule: Various shifts between the hours of 7am and 5pm, Monday to Sunday and Public Holidays, as required

Department:Toxicology

About us

Western Diagnostic Pathology, is a Healius business. Healius has an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres operating across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia.

We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, extending from exclusively servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex private and public hospitals, to small Indigenous Australian communities.

This means that you will be working in a business large enough to offer you job stability & security, interstate mobility and the opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions.

About the role 

We are seeking an individual who is highly motivated to become part of a passionate and engaged team. Your key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Preparation and proactive management of the annual operating plan and financial budgets for the department Monitor and report on monthly financial results  
• Prepare, submit for approval and implement a detailed annual business plan for the department  
• Manage employee work performance in the department. Identify and manage poor performing employees and take appropriate action to rectify the issue  
• Implementing and complying with all aspects of the WHS Plan Demonstrating a visible and proactive commitment to Workplace Health and Safety Management. Identify, assess and control workplace hazards and risks  
• Ensure all work practices and procedures comply with NATA/TGA/NPACC regulations  
• Stay abreast of market developments in equipment as well as scientific literature and communicate significant findings  

About you 

To be considered for this position, you will need to have a great blend of skills, including:

• A degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a science degree with subjects relevant to the field of pathology, or an overseas qualification which has been assessed by AIMS as being equivalent
• Extensive experience working within the field of Toxicology, reporting to the AS/NZS 4308:2023 and AS/NZS 4760:2019 Standards
• Experience to the ISO 17025/ 15189 standards (desirable)
• Experience in Special Chemistry including ICPMS and LCMS analysis for Biochemistry assays (desirable)
• Experience with staff training and supervision is an important requirement of the position. The successful candidate is to provide scientific and professional leadership to other team members  
• Experience working with multiple instrument platforms  
• Sound experience with laboratory based analytical tasks, method validation and verification, as well as clinical result validation and interpretation  
• Knowledge of current Australian standards relating to NPAAC, NATA and TGA  
• Sound experience with routine internal quality control and external quality assurance procedures  
• Solid grounding in pathology-based IT and quality systems  
• Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills  
• Willingness to travel interstate 

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Benefits and Wellbeing

As part of working for Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

• Benefits platform - Reduce the impact of the cost of living with everyday savings with 500+ of Australia's most-loved brands, (from the weekly grocery shop to premium perks like holidays).
• Fitness Passport – Access top fitness centres & pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
• Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
• Career growth and development opportunities with access to a comprehensive library of online courses and learning paths via our e-learning platform.
• Confidential health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program, available to all employees and their family members.

Right to work, background checks and clearances
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work. The selection process may include relevant background and clearance checks to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Vaccines and immunisations
Western Diagnostic Pathology is committed to providing a safe working environment and taking all reasonably practicable steps to ensure that its people and the community are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Western Diagnostic Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Healius is a part of the Commonwealth Government's Veteran Employment Committment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. Veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience are encouraged to apply.

How To Apply

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If you would like further details please email careers@healius.com.au.

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