Scientific Officer

Flinders University

Bedford Park, South Australia, Australia
$92,287 - $98,398 py
Fully remote
Point-of-care testing
Capillary blood collection
Scientific troubleshooting
Flinders University is seeking a Scientific Officer for their International Centre for Point-of-Care Testing, focused on delivering infectious disease testing programs. The ideal candidate should have experience in point-of-care testing, data management, and strong communication skills, particularly in diverse and remote health settings

Job Summary

  • The Scientific Officer plays a key role in supporting the delivery of infectious disease point‑of‑care testing programs, with a strong focus on the National Australian Hepatitis C POCT Program.
  • This position contributes to program logistics, scientific troubleshooting, data management and research coordination, ensuring high‑quality, accessible testing that supports improved health outcomes nationally.
  • Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Flinders University is seeking a Scientific Officer for their International Centre for Point-of-Care Testing, focused on delivering infectious disease testing programs. The ideal candidate should have experience in point-of-care testing, data management, and strong communication skills, particularly in diverse and remote health settings.

Salary

$92,287 - $98,398 p.a.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • point-of-care testing
  • capillary blood collection
  • scientific troubleshooting
  • data management
  • training health workers

Nice-to-have

  • cultural capability
  • evidence-based practice
  • innovation and excellence
  • inclusive culture

Key Requirements

  • Relevant degree
  • Experience in capillary blood collection
  • Performing diagnostic point-of-care testing
  • Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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