Who Are We?

Victorian Clinical Genetics Services (VCGS) is a not-for-profit subsidiary of the Murdoch Children's Research Institute www.mcri.edu.au and provides a wholly integrated genetic testing, diagnostic and counselling service for health professionals, patients and their families across Victoria, Australia and globally. Our clinical geneticists and genetic counsellors work in close consultation with our medical scientists to provide the most accurate interpretation for complex genetic tests. VCGS also plays a pivotal role in research and development, driving translational research and policy development in the field of genetics.

We are committed to ensuring a positive working environment that values all backgrounds and experiences. We cultivate an inclusive culture that is underpinned by equal opportunity for all and a culture based on respect, consideration and dignity. We are also committed to developing our people and fostering an environment where learning and development is central to our staff reaching their full potential.

The Opportunity:

VCGS’ operations are supported by a growing list of software tools and solutions, deployed across all business units. These include patient and laboratory information management systems, data analytics and integration capabilities. To achieve its purpose as a translational partner of MCRI, VCGS recognises the importance of early adoption of new technologies and systems that aid data integration and interoperability.

The Software Systems and Integration Unit is charged with the delivery, maintenance and management of core pathology software. Unit staff cooperate closely with MCRI IT and the VCGS Clinical Bioinformatics and Development Teams and form part of VCGS’ unique ecosystem of clinical variant curators, clinical bioinformaticians, laboratory professionals, clinical geneticists and genetic counsellors, commercial and operations staff who are all committed to supporting the delivery of world-leading genetics and genomics services.

The LIMS Application Analyst & Developer is a resident LIMS expert, providing ongoing support to VCGS business units across maintenance, service requests and projects. This person works with LabWare consultants and will learn all relevant LIMS configuration processes to be able to train VCGS personnel.

The LIMS Application Analyst & Developer ensures that there is a comprehensive list of requirements and becomes involved with all relevant configuration and implementation work. They ensure that all reports and documentation required of the system is made available, and identify user training needs and participate in the training of end users.

The person will work closely with team members and the Lead of the Unit, the heads of the business units to ensure a full understanding of the operational, strategic and management context and consequences of the decisions associated with the LIMS projects and associated alterations to work practices.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Analysis/Development

• Maintaining and developing the LIMS to ensure optimal performance.
• Showing initiative by identifying and designing solutions to improve the LIMS.
• Liaising with relevant laboratory groups and software vendors for integration activities.
• Applying best practice LIMS development methodologies to develop robust, scalable, verifiable, and accreditable solutions.
• Ensuring the health of the database and assist in the development of database improvements.
• Supporting duties as necessary to support the Unit e.g. providing coverage and support in times of leave and absence.
• Actioning service requests raised by VCGS staff as directed by the service delivery lead.
• Contributing to key LIMS projects as directed by the projects lead.
• Demonstrating leadership in assisting to upskill other members of the team in appropriate application development practices and methodologies.

Leadership/Supervision

• Championing policies and processes and role model compliance including successful completion of compliance training.
• Actively practising and promoting all required safety, ethical and 'good practice' procedures.
• Workplace compliance with Australian Standards and accept the delegated responsibility.
• Role model for staff members.
• Ensuring that users of the systems have a strong understanding of the organisational framework of the system and its impact on operations.

Finance/Administration

• Compliance with VCGS and MCRI financial management policies and procedures.
• Meeting targets within required timeframes, displaying good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Taking on projects relevant to the position.
• Ensuring a strong understanding of the organisational context of the systems and operations changes and how they will impact on administrative and finance systems at VCGS and MCRI.

Innovation

• Exercising initiative and offer suggestions for improving processes.
• Involving others in the identification of change initiatives and the implementation process.
• To develop and implement innovative and new processes and solutions that will enhance the operation of VCGS and MCRI.

Contribution to VCGS

• Contributing to the culture of the group through attendance at meetings associated with the work.
• Membership of a limited number of committees relevant to the group’s outputs.

You Demonstrate:

Essential:

• A tertiary qualification in BSc or BA /Honours/Masters in computer science, software engineering, information technology or related discipline plus an appropriate level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation.
• Extensive experience with LabWare LIMS configuration and writing LIMS Basic.
• Experience with relational databases, writing SQL queries and/or stored procedures.
• Thoughtful approach to problem identification and solutions.
• Good stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication, presentation and writing skills.

Desirable:

• Experience using Python or JavaScript.
• Experience using RESTful APIs.
• Experience with software version control systems such as Git.
• Experience using Linux.
• Experience in diagnostic and/or research lab operations.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Experience creating and modifying Crystal Reports.
• A demonstrated commitment to high levels of professionalism.
• A strong work ethic, attendance and punctuality.
• A willingness to take on ad hoc tasks as required and display flexibility of approach.
• A commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• A commitment to develop a sound knowledge of the organisation.
• A willingness to show a high motivation, in order to establish priorities, set and maintain deadlines with a demonstrated ability to use initiative.

On Offer:

• 1 Year Contract (with possible extension)
• Full Time
• Salary $87,482 - $104,489 per annum + salary packaging and super
• Employee Assistance Program, mindfulness, Learning & Development programs, bike facilities

Apply Now!!

For a full list of responsibilities and the key selection criteria download the position description.

Only applicants who address the key selection criteria will be considered. In one document please place your cover letter, key selection criteria, and resume. Applications will only be considered when submitted via the MCRI website.

For specific questions not answered in the PD please contact Anthony Marty [email protected] using the subject line: LIMS Application Analyst & Developer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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Position Reference: 27913

On occasions where we receive a large number of applications, we may close the advert ahead of the publicised closing date. We would therefore advise that you submit your completed application as soon as possible.

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