Medical Scientist - Deputy Scientist in Charge *******)
Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - CCCS&I;
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 27 September, *******:55 PM
Sunday 27 September, *******:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 4
$131,122 to $138,984 per annum
Region:
South
Location:
As part of a team delivering high-quality pathology services at Royal Hobart Hospital in accordance with Agency polices, legal requirements and relevant skilled competencies, the Deputy Scientist in Charge will provide high level support to the Scientist in Charge.
The Team
The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is Tasmania's largest hospital and a major tertiary referral, teaching and research centre.
The Microbiology Laboratory within RHH provides a comprehensive diagnostic microbiology service supporting patients across the hospital, as well as referral services for healthcare facilities throughout Tasmania.
The Microbiology Laboratory plays an important role in the diagnosis, treatment and management of infectious diseases, providing timely and accurate microbiology testing to support clinical decision-making and patient care.
The laboratory also contributes to public health surveillance, antimicrobial resistance monitoring and infection prevention and control activities across Tasmania.
As part of the broader Pathology service, the Microbiology Laboratory works closely with clinicians, infection prevention and control teams, public health services, other laboratories and external stakeholders to support high-quality patient care.
The laboratory is committed to maintaining professional excellence,



quality and innovation while supporting the education and development of the current and future pathology workforce.
Through collaboration across clinical and laboratory services, the Microbiology Laboratory contributes to improved health outcomes for patients, the workforce and the Tasmanian community.
The Role
As part of a team delivering high-quality pathology services at Royal Hobart Hospital in accordance with Agency polices, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies, the Deputy Scientist in Charge will provide high level support to the Scientist in Charge in the provision of:
Leadership and direction in the strategic development and management of the Microbiology laboratory.
Effective management of specified human and physical resources for a team of scientists and technicians delivering a pathology service
Day-to-day management of the laboratory, including scientific and technical activity, staff and equipment resources, and sole the more complex technical and scientific problems as they arise during the routine operation of the laboratory.
Expert advice to the Department Management Group on matters of staff performance and operational objectives to facilitate Department objectives.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
You will need




Extensive experience in the field of diagnostic microbiology including an in-depth and detailed level of knowledge regarding all aspects of Laboratory Microbiology.
Relevant post graduate qualifications in the field of diagnostic microbiology eg: PhD, FAIMS/FASM or MSc.
Demonstrated leadership including the ability to coordinate, organise, plan and direct staff and their workload to achieve organisational objectives.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services.
Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle.
Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients.
It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Permanent full-time shift worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing no later than 23 November ****.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used
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📌 Medical Scientist - Deputy Scientist In Charge (510228) (Hobart)
🏢 Tasmanian Government
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