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Bachelor of Medical Science
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Where can our graduates go?
This is an innovative and flexible degree providing exciting options for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and health sciences.
Institute of Medical & Veterinary Science (I.M.V.S.)
MEDICAL SCIENTIST
The Institute of Medical and Veterinary Science provides a comprehensive
diagnostic pathology service to South Australia, encompassing both high
volume automated testing and a wide range of specialised diagnostic services.
Duties:
Accountable to the Head of Laboratory, through the Laboratory Manager,
for the conduct of diagnostic activities which results in the effective
provision of an IMVS laboratory service to the community.
Qualifications:
A Degree in Science of Applied Science, or Associate Membership of the
Australian Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists.
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For Example:
- Medical scientist and pharmaceutical research carried out in universities
and government and industry-funded organisations
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Government regulatory authorities
- Industry-based biomedical companies
- Diagnostic laboratories
- Medical science professional in areas such as microbiology, neuroscience,
biochemistry, pharmacology, genetics, chemistry or nutrition
- Health administration, health planning and policy (may also need qualification
in business, finance, marketing or management)
What you need to succeed:
- To succeed in Science a critical and inquiring mind is essential.
- Strong numeracy skills are essential in most fields
- Creativity is also an important attribute, as are attention to detail
and a perfectionist streak.
- Good communication skills are required, in order to describe complex
scientific ideas in clear and simple terms.
From Graduate Futures 2004: Science Industry Profile
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Some Occupations
- Biochemist
- Biological Scientist
- Diagnostic Laboratory Management
- Graduate Administrative Assistant
- Health Science Writing/Medical Journalist
- Health/Hospital Administrator
- Laboratory Technician/Worker
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Records Administrator
- Medical Scientist
- Microbiologist
- Patent Attorney
- Pharmaceutical Representative
- Professional Officer
- Research Assistant
- Research Officer
- Teaching
- Technical Officer/Technical Assistant
Major Paediatric Hospital
Technical Officer
Summary of Duties:
The incumbent will be responsible for contributing to the conduct and coordination
of clinical trials undertaken within the department as well as carrying
out laboratory research projects, reporting on analyses and undertaking
appropriate administrative tasks. |
Potential Employers
- AstraZeneca
- Australian Red Cross Blood Service
- Bionomics Limited
- Brauer
- Child Health Research Institute
- Clinpath Laboratories
- CMAX
- Cryptome
- CSIRO
- Department of Health and Ageing
- Derwent Information
- DEST
- GeneWorks Pty Ltd
- Gribbles Pathology
- Hanson Institute
- Hospitals
- IMVS
- Jurlique
- Mayne
- The Royal Adelaide Hospital
- SouthPath
- The Australian Genome Research Facility
- Universities
- Flinders Medical Centre
- Department of Health and Ageing
- Wyeth Australia Pty Limited
- Adelaide Pathology Partners
- Abbott Pathology
- TAFE
- The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
- CMAX
- CSIRO
- Department for Administrative and Information Services-Forensic Science
- Repromed
- Therapeutic Goods Administration
- IDEXX Laboratories
- Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Personal Requirements
- able to make clear and precise observations
- able to work accurately with attention to detail
- good verbal and written communication skills
- able to identify and analyse problems and develop practical solutions
- able to perform under pressure
- able to organise and prioritise work
Some Web Sites
MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE
- International Pharmaceutical Company
- Reputation for Excellence
If you are interested in joining a dynamic company which promotes an
environment of enthusiasm, professionalism and real team spirit, then
we have the job for you!
Our client, an international pharmaceutical company well regarded for
its dedication to research and commitment to staff training and development,
is currently enjoying a period of considerable growth.
You will call on GPs and allied health professionals in your designated
territory. Sales targets and marketing objectives will be achieved through
your commitment, drive and effective relationship building.
Tertiary qualifications in science or paramedical fields are essential.
Previous sales experience is desirable. Your reward? An attractive base
salary, company car and generous incentives.
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Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia (APESMA)
Australian Institute of Medical
Scientists
Australian Society for Medical Research
Clinpath Laboratories
Department of Health and Ageing
Institute of Medical and Veterinary
Science
Graduate Careers Australia
Graduate Opportunities - industry career profiles available for consultancy, government administration, information technology, manufacturing, mining, science, telecommunications and more. There are lists of Graduate vacancies, employer profiles and details of Graduate Recruitment Programs
Kelly Scientific Resources
Myfuture - comprehensive Australian careers information
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Royal Adelaide Hospital
Tech Staff
Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Zenyth Therapeutics Limited (Zenyth)
The course will also serve as preparation for entry into a variety of undergraduate
courses in the medical sciences such as:
- nutrition and dietetics
- undergraduate courses leading to specific health professions
- postgraduate programs in medical science such as radiology, pharmacology,
and pathology, and graduate-entry medical programs.
Australian Graduate Survey
Graduate Careers Australia's (GCA) annual Australian Graduate Survey ( AGS ) is a study of the activities of new higher education graduates around four months after the completion of their qualifications. New graduates are surveyed regarding their major activities, including full-time study, full or part-time employment, seeking employment or their unavailability for work or study.
2007 Graduates at a glance:
- Of bachelor degree graduates who were available for full-time employment in 2007; 95 per cent were employed within four months of completing their degrees
- One-fifth of respondents (20.0 per cent), were undertaking further full-time study after completing their bachelor qualifications
- The typical (median) annual starting salary for new Australian resident bachelor degree graduates aged less than 25 and in their first full-time employment in Australia was $43,000
Source: Australian Graduate Survey, Graduate Careers Australia (GCA)
Additional information from: GradsOnline
More information
For more detailed information check out the Careers Fact Files in the Careers and Employer Liaison Centre Resource Room.
Graduate Opportunities lists major graduate programs. Copies of these are available at the Careers and Employer Liaison Centre or can be viewed online. Search our online recruitment links for other graduate recruitment sites.
The Centre has a number of programs that can assist you:
- graduate employment services including recruitment fairs, employer activities
online vacancies and our graduate email vacancy list;
- information and assistance with your job search;
- graduate skill development programs;
- opportunities to gain industry experience including vacation work and work
experience; and
- career development services
For more information explore this website.
This material has been produced from the Graduate Destinations Survey, Flinders
University and Graduate Careers Council of Australia materials, Graduate Opportunities,
Professional Associations and Careers and Employer Liaison Centre research
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