Laboratory Technician Grade 1 – Anatomical Pathology NexomicsFull time, Permanent5 days ago, from Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre - Peter MacAt Peter Mac, we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research, and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: Excellence, Compassion, and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent, and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTUREFull Time Ongoing Role.Laboratory Technician Grade 1 - Anatomical Pathology Nexomics includes:This position would suit Medical Laboratory Technicians with experience in either Anatomical Pathology, Molecular Pathology, or Clinical Immunology/Flow Cytometry. The purpose of this position is to prepare samples for testing and analysis for multiple departments within Nexomics.Full Time Ongoing80 Hours per fortnightReports to Clinical Trials Operations ManagerExperience in FISH preparation and microtomy would be highly regarded.Victorian Department of Health has recently announced a program of reforms across the public pathology system in Victoria. As part of these reforms, the pathology services from the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the Royal Women's Hospital, and the Royal Children's Hospital will transition to a new separate public pathology entity. The new model for delivering public pathology services will present an exciting opportunity to improve the scope, scale, and reach of pathology services and testing capability to all Victorians.As this role is with Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the successful candidate will be initially employed by Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. Once the new public pathology entity is fully formed, anticipated in late 2024, this position and the successful candidate's employment (including terms and conditions) will transition to the new public pathology entity. Please contact the recruiter if you have any questions regarding the pathology reforms and the transition of this role to the new entity.Applicants should provide a covering letter outlining relevant key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.Contact Number: 0432 779 ***Applications Close: 11:59PM Friday 15 November 2024Position SummaryThis position would suit Medical Laboratory Technicians with experience in either Anatomical Pathology, Molecular Pathology, or Clinical Immunology/Flow Cytometry. The purpose of this position is to prepare samples for testing and analysis for departments within Nexomics. Experience in FISH preparation would be highly regarded.This role would suit a candidate who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, can adapt to different department processing requirements, and can effectively communicate with co-workers while multitasking to ensure that all testing is completed within the appropriate time frames. We provide testing for a number of global clinical trials, so strong written and verbal communication skills are essential when liaising with sponsors.Key RelationshipsInternalClinical Trials Operations ManagerSenior Clinical Trial Scientists (Nexomics)Clinical Trial technical staff (Nexomics)Anatomical PathologistsQuality NomineesPathology staff within Molecular, AP, CSR, Admin, Haematology, Core labClinical Trial Coordinators/AdministratorsBusiness Development team (Nexomics)ExternalExternal clinicians and clientsLiaison with Pharma companies in relation to Clinical TrialsEducation & SkillsCertificate or Associate Diploma of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory), a Certificate, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Operations or equivalent.Experience in a research laboratory or diagnostic and/or clinical trial testing.Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: FISH preparation, microtomy, cryopreservation, DNA/RNA extraction, immunohistochemistry, standard Anatomical Pathology techniques.Demonstrable abilities to work effectively within a team.Works well under pressure and enjoys a diverse portfolio of duties as required by the clinical.Demonstrable abilities to multitask and effectively improve processes.Ability to communicate effectively and promptly utilizing electronic and other means.Proven ability to work cooperatively with pathologists, clinicians, other senior scientists, and researchers.Contribution and experience with validation of assays to NATA specifications.Training in GCP and GDP.Key AccountabilitiesThe provision of clinical trial services, ensuring turn-around-times are met.Operates and maintains laboratory equipment as required.Uses the laboratory quality system for processing and testing of all samples and has a basic understanding of the clinical implications of laboratory results.Quality assurance.Works as part of a team.Helps maintain external client base.Ethical conduct.Work is performed safely.Professional approach to work.For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.Peter Mac requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this requirement.WHY WORK FOR PETER MACPeter Mac offers a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.Our staff benefits include award-winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies, and financial benefits such as salary packaging.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with a disability.
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