Interesting pathology in an even more interesting location Where you’ll be working You will be based in the lab of a tertiary level hospital, servicing a network of six public hospital laboratories. The laboratory is classified as a Category GX laboratory and is responsible for providing supervision and support to the other five regional (Category B) laboratories. The service includes microbiology (bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, molecular microbiology, parasitology, and serology), anatomical pathology, chemical pathology, haematology, blood transfusion, forensic pathology and genomics. The tropical location combined with a patient population ensures medical staff are exposed to a wide range of interesting and varied clinical presentations. The Job Dates: ASAP - ongoing Hours: Mon-Fri 8 hours per day Rate: $2500 per day Provisions: Travel, accommodation and hire car provided Requirements General Anatomical Pathology experience Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA) About us Elective Recruitment is a person-centred recruitment consultancy. Your career progression is just as important to us as is your wellbeing and work-life balance. We are not just another recruitment company; we do things our way and we consult. We have a very clear vision: create great careers, better lifestyles, add value - and we won’t stop until this is achieved. For access to locum pathologist jobs in Australia join our network today. For a confidential discussion contact the Elective Recruitment Team at +61 2 9137 4300, or apply now! ....Read more...
Senior Assay Scientist – Biotechnology
Newton Colmore have partnered with an exciting start-up in Birmingham who are looking for a senior assay development scientist to join their fledgling team.
Upon joining the company, the Assay Development Scientist, reporting directly to the Head of R&D, you will be part of the scientific R&D team, working towards the development and evaluation of rapid in vitro diagnostics tools as the company undertake development and transfer to manufacture activities.
You will work across standard and next-generation technologies, collaborating with other science and engineering teams to support Assay and device integration activities and generate performance evaluation data. You will be contributing to experimental planning, system improvement and product development in addition to providing support and advice to fellow scientists and engineers
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have the following;
Hands-on, commercial experienced with the in vitro diagnostics field.
Ideally educated to PhD level but we will consider Master’s level candidates.
Experience and knowledge of molecular biology techniques including RT and qRT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction and quantification.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package and the chance to lead a start-up’s R&D team and bring the technology to life.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruiter operating within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors. We have over ten years worth of expertise of placing candidates with our clients, globally. Our sole aim is to utilise this expertise to maximise your chances of securing your ideal role.
Key words: Assay Development, Biotechnology, In Vitro Diagnostics, IVD, Microbiology, Molecular Biology. ....Read more...
At AstraZeneca, we put patients first and strive to meet their unmet needs worldwide. We’re deeply committed to our strategy of being a great place to work. For us, that includes fostering an environment where everyone can be among inclusive, supportive individuals with curious minds
A company that genuinely follows the science and values individuals at all levels, you’ll be backed and encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share ideas to push the boundaries of science and continuously learn and explore
As part of our Early Talent Programme, you’ll be involved in projects and learning opportunities that have real impact from day one
Being part of our journey and helping us to provide life changing medicine to patients all over the world and transform lives for the better
Making important contributions and embracing our values to deliver on our purpose. Because regardless of role or level, we all have an important part to play in making a positive difference.
We are offering Laboratory Scientist Apprenticeships within the QC, QA or PT&D Microbiology areas.
Tasks could include:
Collection, trending, and interpretation of environmental monitoring data across manufacturing areas.
Supporting contamination control, aseptic assurance, and timely investigation input.
Execution of routine microbiological assays on raw materials.
Monitoring and qualification of site water systems against quality requirements, microbial identification of isolates using multiple technologies, and provision of sterile equipment and media to enable environmental monitoring and product testing.
AstraZeneca will sponsor you through your Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprenticeship including studying to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Bioscience at Manchester Metropolitan University https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/courses/scientist-bioscience
The apprenticeship combines working, earning a full-time salary, with fully funded part-time university learning (on average 1 day/week). This will give you the opportunity to gain a qualification, just as you would if you went to university full-time, with the advantage of gaining relevant work-life skills and the excitement of helping to develop new medicines whilst taking your first steps towards a rewarding career
Additionally, the apprenticeships are recognised by the relevant professional bodies at Registered Scientist (RSci) level, for which there is a requirement that the scientist will participate in subsequent continuing professional development on completion of the apprenticeship
We truly value Early Talent - their thoughts, ideas and contributions. So throughout the programme, you’ll be encouraged and inspired to speak up, have a voice and make an impact
Training:
Apprentices work full-time whilst studying towards a BSc (Hons) Bioscience degree from Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as a Level 6 degree apprenticeship
Students study a tutor-supported e-distance learning curriculum and attend residential schools. The work-based projects, negotiated with employers, offer students the opportunity to apply their learning directly to their organisation
The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years
Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the University to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time
They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two day mini-residential in the first year
Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, candidates will be able to apply for further positions
Employer Description:At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and as an apprentice you will be given the opportunity to develop beyond your wildest dreams. We are looking for people who can share our passion for science & technology so if you feel you have the drive and determination to help us to deliver first class medicines to meet the needs of patients around the world, then we invite you to apply.
Our scientific research, development and technological innovation is well respected in the industry and we support our people, helping them to go above and beyond their expectations.
As a global, science-led biopharmaceutical business, our focus is on creating and developing new medicines that make a meaningful difference to patients’ lives and the UK is at the heart of our efforts to do that.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Literacy skills,Self-motivated,Work independently....Read more...
