Senior Medical Scientist / Senior Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology
Core
Lead Microbiology Laboratory operations, authorizing results, ensuring accuracy, and supervising staff in the absence of the Chief Medical Scientist.
Role type
Senior IC Medical Scientist (Microbiology)
Builds
Clinical diagnostic test results for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Diagnostics
Required skills
Microbiology testing, result authorization, quality assurance compliance, LIMS management, equipment troubleshooting, staff supervision, method validation
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
LIMS
Responsibilities
Perform routine microbiological testing and sample analysis; Authorize and evaluate results; Ensure compliance with quality systems and accreditation; Utilize LIMS and maintain documentation; Support quality assurance activities including audits and incident reporting; Assist with validation of new methods and equipment; Monitor equipment performance and manage stock levels; Supervise basic grade scientists and auxiliary personnel.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC