Genomics Expert

This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative, supportive and quality-focused environment. You will work as part of a team on a comprehensive range of routine testing, further developing your genomics knowledge and skills.

• Working collaboratively with the team, you will be responsible for specimen preparation, analysis and reporting of referrals by cytogenomic and/or molecular technologies.
• You will perform designated testing procedures as outlined in methods and procedures, ensuring adherence to NPAAC/NATA ISO15189 requirements.
• Participation in internal and external quality assurance programs is essential.
• Continuing education is encouraged and supported.
• You will liaise with stakeholders regarding test results or referrals as necessary.
• Collaboration with clinical laboratory members to develop, validate, and implement genomic assays into a diagnostic setting, as per NPAAC/NATA ISO15189 requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in cytogenomic and/or molecular genetic testing would be advantageous.
• Recognised professional qualification in Clinical Cytogenetics or molecular genomics is desirable.
• A high level of attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and accountability are essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• You must be able to work as part of a collaborative team and contribute to team performance.
• Knowledge of quality assurance systems and scientific instrumentation and equipment is beneficial.
• Awareness of Workplace Health and Safety processes and procedures is important.

We are an equal opportunities 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.