Advanced Scientist, Queensland Health

Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within Pathology Queensland. In this role you will supervise, coordinate and provide leadership to the Histology specimen dissection service and mortuary in the Anatomical Pathology Central laboratory to ensure that all laboratory practices comply with Pathology Queensland requirements in providing an effective, efficient, client focused service for the RBWH, QCH, STARS and all hospitals and clinicians who use our service. What you'll do Supervision and coordination of specimen dissection division and mortuary services including but not limited to training scientific and operational staff, coordinating medical and technical staff, maintaining workflow, management of consumables and equipment, quality responsibilities, troubleshooting, rostering, and performing professional appraisals of subordinate staff. Provide expert advice to peers and relevant stakeholders on professional, scientific, resources and operational issues relating to service provision and provide after-hours support and advice on complex scientific and technical issues. Assist with strategic planning for the provision and delivery of Pathology services to the state of Queensland, including forecasting of space, staff and equipment needs in the future as the service develops in concert with the Pathology Queensland Strategic direction. About you Demonstrated high level experience in histology processes, with a focus on knowledge of effective management techniques and expertise to supervise scientist cut up training program. Demonstrated understanding of the needs of a histology laboratory and mortuary service as to ensure the maintenance of professional clinical standards and adherence to established principles and procedures. Proven ability to exercise independent scientific judgement in providing advice to peers, anatomical pathologists, surgeons, clinicians, and other internal and external clients impacting patient care and service delivery. Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to train and educate staff while actively participating in and contributing to continuing education and other professional development activities. Proven ability to develop and apply scientific practices and actively contribute to research activities within the service and externally through collaboration with other disciplines, research groups and universities. Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement quality and service improvement activities to continually improve patient care in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation/certification. The successful applicant must hold at least a Bachelor of Science relevant to the field (or equivalent) from a recognised university or tertiary institution. Why work with us? 12.75% superannuation 17.5% leave loading Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave. Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth. Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds. Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. Ready to apply? For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description. #J-18808-Ljbffr