Clinical Scientist/Genomics Analyst

• Are you a bioinformatician interested in shaping the future of healthcare? Join our team to apply your expertise in genomic diagnostics and significantly enhance patient outcomes at a leading pathology practice. 
• Join us in a flexible full-time or part-time role and be part of a stable, growing industry!
• Receive an attractive remuneration, strong job security and a great range of additional benefits!

About the Organisation

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is one of the largest pathology practices in Australia, providing comprehensive services to patients and doctors over a geographic area throughout Queensland and New South Wales and employing more than 3000 people.

With many employees enjoying a 20+ tenure, we deliver on the promise of learning and development and career progression.

Fostering a true culture of support, we maintain an open-door policy, with each one of our team members playing a role in patient care driven to make sure a top-quality service is provided.

About the Opportunity

Sullivan Nicolaides Pathology is seeking a Clinical Scientist/Diagnostic Genomics Analyst based in Bowen Hills, Brisbane, QLD. This critical role advances our genetic testing capabilities and is responsible for the precise analysis and interpretation of genetic data.

This pivotal role is perfect for those looking to leverage their expertise to enhance diagnostic precision and healthcare outcomes and can be tailored to full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performing analysis, variant curation, and interpretation of genomic test results, including tumour Comprehensive Genomic Profiling
• Reviewing and authorising test results to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Providing expert advice and troubleshooting across our genomic assay portfolio
• Training Scientists and Genetic Pathology registrars in the analysis of genomic data/results
• Communicating effectively with both internal and external clinicians and laboratories to enhance collaborative efforts

About You

Ideal candidates will have a PhD in a field related to clinical genomics or hold a relevant fellowship (e.g., FHGSA or RCPA Faculty of Science). 

Additionally, we value candidates with the following background and skills:

• Experience in diagnostic genomics, particularly with NGS and variant curation in oncology
• Capability to enhance your technical skills in a practical, diagnostic setting
• Exceptional attention to detail, efficiency, and strong record-keeping and documentation skills
• Bioinformatics skills, including scripting, are highly desirable
• Experience in genetic testing, especially in germline and somatic testing

You should also possess analytical precision, enthusiasm and an innovative mindset making you a perfect fit for our team.

This position offers an opportunity for recent post-docs from a cancer institute or similar academic environment, who are looking to make a significant impact in a clinical environment and transition their career towards practical diagnostic applications.

This role offers the opportunity to directly enhance patient care and expand our understanding of genetic disorders. We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated professional eager to make a significant impact in the field of genetic diagnostics.

About the Benefits

You will be part of a welcoming team of dedicated health professionals with a focus on patient care. You will develop your skills through ongoing training, providing an avenue for career development and advancement. Moreover, we offer you the opportunity to be a part of a highly stable industry with significant ongoing growth.

This role comes with an attractive hourly rate and fantastic benefits, including: 

• Fitness Passport – Access to discounted gym memberships at any gym of their choosing.
• Parental and Adoption Leave – Receive twelve weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave
• Staff Services Committee – Provides functions and events for our team, fully funded by the Practice.
• Employee Assistance Program – A free, confidential, and voluntary counselling service provided as a resource to all our people, as well as immediate family
• Private Health Insurance – Discounted private health insurance through MBF, HCF and Medibank Private.
• Pathology Services – You and your immediate family (children, partners, and parents) have access to bulk-billed Pathology Services.
• X-Ray Services – You and your immediate family (children, partners, and parents) have access to bulk-billed X-Ray and other diagnostic imaging through Queensland X-Ray.
• Smoke-Free Environment Policy – All of our premises are smoke-free. For those wanting to use nicotine replacement therapy in quitting, we provide financial assistance towards the cost of nicotine replacement patches.

This is your chance to join a leading pathology company and enjoy outstanding benefits! Don't miss out – APPLY NOW!

Please note: Vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory.