Scientist - Pathology Services
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About Monash Health Pathology Service
Alfred Health and Monash Health have established a formal partnership to deliver a Shared Pathology Service as one of two new pathology networks for metropolitan Melbourne. All roles in the Pathology Programs are working to develop the Partnership and ensure we continue to provide high quality care for the patients across the health services. Monash Health Pathology is an integral part of Monash Health. It is the largest public provider of Pathology services in the state and currently operates 6 laboratories. The largest of these is located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, with additional laboratories located at the Dandenong, Moorabbin, Casey, Victorian Heart Hospital and Wonthaggi Hospitals. There are currently 18 collection locations based within the hospital sites and community settings. Services are provided to the Public and Private sectors, and other laboratory services.
The Diagnostic Genomics Department, Monash Pathology has three service areas which consist of the following. The Cytogenetics Laboratory which process a range of prenatal and postnatal specimens using conventional and molecular diagnostic techniques including karyotyping, microarray and FISH. The Thalassemia and Haemophilia Molecular Reference Laboratory whose role it is to confirm the genetic basis for thalassemia and other significant haemoglobinopathies, identify carrier status and perform prenatal testing for couples at risk of giving birth to children with severe disease. This laboratory also performs proband and carrier testing for Haemophilia A and B as well as testing for haemochromatosis and familial variants. Molecular techniques include, PCR, Sanger Sequencing and MLPA. The Genetic and Molecular Pathology Laboratory provides a specialised genetic testing service for malignant conditions, cancer predisposition disorders and inherited disease. Our genomics team offers DNA and RNA Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for targeted panels in solid tumour biology, molecular haematology and cardiac as well as whole exome sequencing (WES).
Now Recruiting for the Lead Technical and Clinical Scientist, Diagnostic Genomics Department - Monash Pathology - Full Time
About the Role
This is a senior leadership position to provide scientific, technical and clinical expertise to the Diagnostic Genomics Department with the responsibility for the development of new assays, accurate performance of tests, reporting and verification of results as well as the guidance, training and education of other scientific staff. Specifically this role is to:
- Develop new assays to support and meet the needs of Monash Health and the Shared Pathology Service, expecially in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and automation.
- Perform variant curation and analysis for inherited diseases including final report verification.
- Implement approved new services, standard of care testing and develop capacity to use new technologies.
- In conjuction with the Principal Scientist, Senior Scientists and Pathologists, ascertain priorities and develop and implement strategies for innovation and advancement in service delivery.
- Ensure that internal and external customer requirements regarding availability, reliability, security, performance and accessibility are satisfactorily delivered.
About You
Qualifications/ technical skills/ experience:
- Bachelor's degree in science or in applied science or an equivalent qualification
- Fellowship or PhD in relevant discipline
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in a diagnostic genomics NATA accredited laboratory
- Extensive experience as a laboratory leader and senior scientist in diagnostic genomics which may include inherited diseases, molecular haematology, cytogenetics and/or molecular solid tumour biology
- Track record in designing and implementing new instrumentation (especially automation), assays and technologies in a NATA accredited diagnostic genomics environment
- Extensive experience in variant curation, analysis and reporting for inherited diseases
- Peer-reviewed publications in disciplines of direct importance to the department
- Knowledge of the latest advances in Genomics and Precision Medicine
- Extensive experience in document and report writing
Monash Health is a great place to work
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
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salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay
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a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing program
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free flu vaccinations
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+ more
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Suzanne Svobodova - Principal Scientist on 0475 741 954.
Position Description can be found here
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 6 May 2026