At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct scientific testing and analysis to support safe blood transfusion practices.
- Company: Leading health organisation focused on transfusion services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, salary packaging, additional leave, and 24/7 employee assistance.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while working with cutting-edge science.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Science and experience in red cell serology testing.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Salary circa $80k (FTE) base + super + salary packaging
About the role
As a Red Cell Reference Scientist, you will provide specialist scientific testing, support and problem solving to deliver services that support transfusion practice and clinical need.
You will undertake standardised testing, analysis and interpretation of results to inform release of products or further analysis as well as check and authorise test results for standardised donor testing.
You will use your in‑depth knowledge and expertise to determine appropriate scientific processes and to support decision‑making of clinicians, external providers, and Lifeblood staff.
Day to day in the role would be
- Conducting standardised manual testing of donor and patient samples to support blood component release and ensure safe transfusion practices.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in line with TGA and NATA regulatory requirements.
- Identify and escalation of abnormal results or complex cases to ensure timely and appropriate clinical management.
- Collaborate with processing teams, providing timely updates on pending tests that may impact urgent blood component release.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving routine equipment and methodological issues to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
- Support the team in internal and external audit processes, including documentation, response coordination, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Provide expert consultation and guidance to internal stakeholders on Red Cell Reference Laboratory activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by proposing and supporting initiatives to enhance team performance and service delivery.
- Ensure daily adherence to total quality management principles within the Red Cell Reference Laboratory.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor of Science in a biomedical discipline.
- At least 12 months experience in red cell serology testing in a transfusion laboratory.
- Demonstrated experience in performing process deviation management.
- Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.
- Digital and technical aptitude.
Benefits and Wellbeing
- Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
- Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
- 14 weeks paid parental leave – no waiting period for either parent.
- Dedicated employee assistance program – 24/7 access via an app on your phone.
- Many more benefits.
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Red Cell Reference Scientist in Melbourne employer: Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in the heart of Melbourne. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while contributing to meaningful projects that make a real difference in the community. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to promoting health and wellbeing through impactful storytelling and media engagement.
Contact Details:
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Recruitment Team
