Postgraduate Fellow - Microbiology - Westmead Hospital (eCred)

• The Postgraduate Fellow will provide high quality diagnostic, consultative, procedural and on-call specialty services in Microbiology, and will participate in teaching, research, quality improvement and administrative activities commensurate with the Staff Specialists (State) Award.
• The Postgraduate Fellow will ensure a high standard of professional performance and, where required, the encouragement of an academic environment which supports research and development.

Selection Criteria

1. Currently registered or eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and obtained Fellowship of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia in Microbiology, and/or other specialist recognition as provided under the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Applicants expected to receive Fellowship with the RCPA by February 2027 are eligible to apply.
2. Demonstrated commitment to basic, applied or clinical research and/or medical education and staff training.
3. Proven ability to work as a team member with effective communication, interpersonal skills and adaptability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment.
4. Demonstrated personal qualities including effective communication skills, motivation, initiative, time management and commitment to professional development.
5. Demonstrated commitment to the principles of clinical quality management, continuous improvement and a contemporary knowledge of National Pathology Accreditation Advisory Council (NPAAC) Standards and NATA accreditation processes.
6. Demonstrated contemporary clinical knowledge and technical expertise in the specialty of Microbiology.

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For role related queries or questions contact Prof Sharon Chen, Clinical Director of Microbiology, NSWHP- Westmead Hospital on ***********@health.nsw.gov.au 

Applications Close: 6 September 2026