Medical Scientist - Product Development

Job reference: #16000

Brand: Genomic Diagnostics

Location: 460 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg, VIC

Work type: Full Time (Permanent)

About us

Genomic Diagnostics is part of Healius Limited, one of Australia's leading healthcare companies, Healius is synonymous with quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians. It has an expansive network of pathology laboratories, collection centres and diagnostic imaging centres. Through this footprint and its 10,500+ people, Healius provides specialty diagnostic services to consumers and their referring practitioners. Healius provides quality healthcare services that are easily accessible and cost efficient, while supporting the coordination and continuity of quality patient care.

About the role 

Due to growth within the business, we have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Scientists to join our high performing Genomic Diagnostic Product Development team! The Medical Scientist will undertake skilled work in the development, optimisation and implementation of workflows and genomics products. They will possess technical skills required to work in all facets of a multi–sectional laboratory as necessary.

Key responsibilities include: 

•       Work closely with the leadership team for new assay development and validation (NGS as well as non-NGS methods).
•       In collaboration with leadership team, develop and implement improvements to genomics assays, including automation, assay design, test setup, variant curation, and reporting.
•       Contribute to the preparation of technical documentation and validation reports in line with NATA/ISO 15189 and NPAAC requirements.
•       Support the implementation of new tests, including performance verification, troubleshooting, and handover to routine operations.
•       Work collaboratively with other members of the product development team and across the laboratory to ensure timely delivery of projects.
•       Maintain accurate and detailed records of experimental work and development activities.
•       Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with Healius privacy policy
•       Follow established quality systems and laboratory safety protocols, including WH&S standards
•       Report all incidents/non-conformances at the time of occurrence

About you 

To be considered for this position, you will need to meet the essential requirements: 

• Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science or equivalent qualification recognised by professional bodies such as AIMS, ASM, AACB
• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification  
• Sound knowledge of QC, QAP and troubleshooting  
• A willingness to adhere to departmental and organisational policies and procedures 
• You are enthusiastic about diagnostic genomics and motivated by the opportunity to bring new assays into clinical use.
• You are an adaptable and proactive team player who communicates well and enjoys solving problems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• This role may require additional vaccination history and evidence for department specific vaccine preventative diseases

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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.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

 Genomic Diagnostics 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.

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