Deputy Section Head

Medical Scientist Grade 3 – Deputy Section Head Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL) – The Doherty Institute, Melbourne About the role We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our Bacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology team at VIDRL in a senior role as Deputy Section Head. This is a full-time ongoing position, working 80 hours per fortnight, based at the Doherty. Key responsibilities Assist the Section Head of the Bacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology Laboratory (BMP) in overseeing daily laboratory operations, supervising staff, managing scientific activities, and providing deputising support as required. Provide expert advice and perform diagnostic testing for a broad range of bacterial, fungal, and parasitic pathogens. Accurately interpret, validate, authorise and communicate test results. Provide expert advice regarding the interpretation of laboratory results to medical, scientific and public health staff as appropriate. Participate in staff training and ensure that all BMP staff are adequately trained. Develop and implement methodologies that are underpinned by critical thinking and using appropriate scientific and analytical tools. Assist in the performance of quality control procedures and monitoring of reagents. Maintain accurate records of results of the tests performed. What we expect from you Have a Degree in Science or equivalent. Have extensive experience in the subject of bacteriology, mycology and parasitology and in standard molecular biology techniques. Have diagnostic experience with a collaborative working style. Have demonstrated problem solving and lateral thinking capability. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated management skills and a passion for continued professional development. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of external accreditation and compliance frameworks (NATA, OGTR, DAAF, NPAAC) relevant to laboratory operations. Our Commitment to you We strive for excellence with a strong purpose that defines the work we do for our community – Advancing health for everyone, every day. This is the Melbourne Way. We believe our success comes from our people. We are committed to making the Royal Melbourne Hospital a great place to work and to receive care. We have a long‑term commitment to strengthen our organisational culture through leadership, education and empowering staff to Speak Up for themselves and each other. This is a role where your passion and expertise can come together to create a truly defining career opportunity and help us transform the future of the RMH and deliver world class healthcare. We stand in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to champion diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people of all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply, and will consider adjustments to support such applications. Benefits of working with the Royal Melbourne Hospital A rewarding career offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement including mentorship and leadership programmes. Enjoy excellent work‑life balance working in a supportive and collaborative team. Salary packaging, onsite car parking and close to public transport. Apply To view a copy of the Position Description, please click here. For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below. Francesca Azzato: Matthew Killen: Legal and EEO statements All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check. The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self‑determination, equity, accountability and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve. RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards. As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation. #J-18808-Ljbffr