ABOUT MENZIES:
As one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses, Menzies School of Health Research continues to translate its research into effective partnerships and programs in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION:
The Medical Scientist (BEN Study) will support Menzies’ work within the microbiology, molecular, and toxicology departments of the National Health Laboratory (NHL) with a focus on testing for enteric pathogens and safe laboratory practices, procedure, and proper use of containment equipment in this physical level 2 (PC2) Laboratory. They will work closely with all staff and contribute to routine microbiology testing, data collection, addressing quality control issues, assisting with the development of guidelines and protocols, and supporting capacity building and training for laboratory scientist within NHL. The Medical Scientist will also work with the veterinary laboratory scientist mentor to provide support to the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following key responsibilities are not exhaustive and may include others as directed by the Supervisor at the Menzies School of Health Research Timor-Leste Office.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in medical laboratory science and relevant experience in diagnostic microbiology, molecular biology, or toxicology laboratory.
2. Essential Criteria:
Medical Scientist
3. Desirable Criteria:
Please refer to Position Description below for STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Medical Scientist.
How to apply:
To apply for this position, please refer to http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ and select / click on the Medical Scientist (BEN Study), Local Position, Dili, Timor-Leste role.
Please click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.
Applicants are required to provide the following support documents:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview.
Closing date: 29th October 2024
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:
Antonio Fernandes
HR Officer
Email: antonio.fernandes@menzies.edu.au
Menzies Timor-Leste is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace and gender equality.
Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Government employees recommended to seek support from immediate supervisor/director.