Respiratory Scientist

Job posted: 02/06/2024

Location: North East Region | Whittlesea

Job type: Ongoing - Full Time

Organisation: Northern Health

Occupation: Science

Reference: 40450

The Role:

An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Respiratory Scientist (Grade 2) to join the growing team at Northern Health.

This role includes performing and the supervising junior scientists conducting respiratory and physiological testing, involvement in the laboratory's quality assurance, training programs and laboratory co-ordination.

The Respiratory Scientist (Grade 2) will provide testing according to their training and expertise and will report to the Respiratory Function Laboratory's Head Scientist. Appropriate training and credentialing will be undertaken to ensure the Respiratory Scientist Grade 2 can consistently deliver the highest quality testing possible in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.

To be Successful in the role you will have :

Knowledge and experience across the multitude of respiratory physiological measurement. Preferred candidates will have experience in advanced physiological testing.

Ability to supervise and perform high quality testing according to Northern Health Respiratory Function Laboratory Policies and Procedures

Knowledge of scientific equipment and quality assurance programs

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and prioritize work to meet deadlines

Knowledge of rostering, supervising of laboratory activities and supporting junior scientists.

Exposure to documentation and policies in accordance with TSANZ accreditation program

Show initiative and commitment for personal and professional development

Willingness to participate in departmental educational activities, quality improvement and research projects

Ability to work as a participative team member within a multidisciplinary team environment

Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Next Steps . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the prompts. For further details, please contact: Nicholas Romeo -