Job no: 783889

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Pathology, Technical

• Statewide Clinical Support Services - SA Pathology, Molecular Oncology
• Salary: TGO2 - $71,953 to $76,391 (p.a.)
• Full Time, Temporary up to 17 Mar 2023

Overview

Contributes to the scientific objectives of the Directorate by performing complex molecular biology techniques for the genetic analysis of cancers; participates in the development of new techniques and in applied research.

• Undertakes DOE and sample processing using a variety of technologies for the Genetics and Molecular Pathology Directorate, acting as an Oncology DOE and extraction expert.
• Participates in duties associated with the reliable operation of the Service and Molecular Oncology Laboratories and other Sections as identified including inventory control, health and safety requirements and quality assurance.

The following objectives for a Technical Officer at the classification level of TGO2 are as follows:

• Activities at this level may be undertaken on an individual basis, or as the leader of a project team on minor technical projects, and will include a requirement to exercise knowledge and involve the application of technical judgement in support of research, operational and/or project programs.
• Perform duties which demand expertise, experience and technical skills to undertake supervisory responsibilities within the team.
• Provide reports and recommendations of technical suitability of equipment, procedures, processes and results.

Diploma or Advanced Diploma in an approved and recognised qualification or an equivalent required.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

Required

DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)

True

DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check

False

National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

False

DHS Aged Care Sector Employment Screening required for this position

False

National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (general employment)

True

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances)

COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement under the Emergency Management (Healthcare Setting Workers Vaccination) (COVID-19) Directions 2021 to work in SA Health/health care setting.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 783889

Enquiries

Joyce Mugabushaka, Administration Officer

Phone: 8222 3438

E-mail: joyce.mugabushaka@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11.55 pm Friday 11 March 2022

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