SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
One of our diagnostic pathology clients are looking for an experienced and registered Medical Scientist (Microbiology) for their JHB team.
Qualifications and experience:
MSc or equivalent in Medical Science or relevant field/ PhD preferred
Registration with HPCSA (Microbiology) required
5 years’ experience as scientist; at least 1 year laboratory management experience
In depth knowledge of bacterial, fungal diseases, antimicrobial resistance and healthcare- associated infections required
Experience with implementation of ISO15189 required
Demonstrate track record of scientific writing and scientific communication at conferences (>=10 and at least 2 first or last author research focused
>=10 conferences proceeding(at least >=2 international)
Successfully supervise /co-supervise BSc Hons, MSc, MMED, PhD(successful graduation of at least 3 postgraduates and at least 2 currently under supervision/co supervision
2 reference checks will be conducted upfront
Key skills:
Communication
Interpersonal
Analytical
Attention to detail
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and independently recommended
Problem solving
Ability to work under pressure and dealing with high work volumes while keeping abreast with academic literature recommended
Key performance areas:
Management of diagnostic services for resistant bacterial pathogens, fungal pathogens and pathogens causing healthcare- associated infections by overseeing daily operations of the laboratory/ies; recommending specialized test/ procedure to be used, interpretation, authorization and communication of the results
Advise medical professionals on appropriate testing and interpretation of results
Apply expertise in variety of laboratory tests including molecular detection techniques and sequencing, and other testing including culturing of bacteria and fungi
Contribute to the management of the quality system including the implementation of appropriate quality assurance procedures, audit the quality control (QC) results, preventative and corrective actions
Contribute to management of SANAS accreditation requirements and support maintenance and expansion of accreditation schedule
Perform independent and collaborative research producing complex and scientific reports and responsible for overall management of multiple research projects, interpretation, techniques, and procedures
Develop and implement proposals/ protocols/ new technologies/ new approaches
Publish peer-reviewed articles and participate in scientific forums such as conferences
Involved in development of research grant funding applications and the management of such grants
Training and formal supervision of staff and students at all levels
