Medical Scientist 2115-11
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Job description
Conducts medical laboratory tests to develop applications for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease and testing of drugs for therapeutic use.
Similar occupations
Cytologist, Medical Physicist, Pharmacologist (Clinical Research).
Skill level
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.
Note: If you are seeking a skills assessment for skilled migration purposes, different skill level requirements may apply. For information on skills assessment, see the relevant skills assessing authority below.
Skilled occupation information
Points awarded for General Skilled Migration purposes are shown in the table below.
The table also shows if this occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL), part of the Employer Nomination Scheme and on the Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL).
| Points | SOL | ENSOL | MODL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Yes | Yes | No |
Skills assessment authority
Before you can migrate to Australia as a skilled migrant you must have your skills assessed by the relevant national assessment authority. The assessment authority for your occupation is:
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS)
The Australian Institute of Medical Scientists is the professional body that assesses the qualifications of Medical Scientists (ASCO 2115-11) and Medical Laboratory Technical Officer (ASCO 3111-11).
The definition of these two classifications is quite narrow and specific. Medical scientists and medical laboratory technical officers work in diagnostic pathology laboratories and perform medical laboratory tests on blood, other body fluids and tissues to assist clinicians in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
Applicants for skills assessment must usually possess an AIMS accredited professional bachelor degree in medical laboratory science or laboratory medicine; or a relevant science degree and successful completion of either the Membership or Fellowship examination of the Australasian Association of Clinical Biochemists; or a relevant science degree and successful completion of either the Australian Society of Cytology or the International Academy of Cytology examination.
Registration with the AIMS in Australia is not a prerequisite for recognition or practice as a medical scientist. However membership of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists may enhance employment prospects and is the first step towards professional identity.
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
PO Box 1911
MILTON QLD 4064
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Licensing or registration requirements
In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you wish to practise your occupation. Select from the following state links to find out details of the local authority in your state.
Duties and responsibilities of a specific occupation carry different licensing requirements. There are three types of licenses that may be required to practise in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry. Select from the following state links to find out details of which licenses are required to practice in your state.
New South Wales
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in New South Wales.
Victoria
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Victoria.
Queensland
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Queensland.
South Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in South Australia.
Western Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Western Australia.
Tasmania
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Tasmania.
Northern Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the Northern Territory.
Australian Capital Territory
Registration is compulsory.
Medical Board of The Australian Capital Territory
Ground Floor, Scala House
11 Torrens Street
Braddon ACT 2612
Telephone: 61 2 6205 1600
Fax: 61 2 6205 1602
Email: medicalboard@medical board.act.gov.au
Website: http://www.medicalboard.act.gov.au
Additional training
You may require additional training in Australia before you can get your skills recognised, licensed or registered. For more information contact the relevant state or territory licensing or registration body listed above. You can also check with the Overseas Qualifications Unit in your state or territory.
See: Overseas Qualifications Unit
Industry association memberships
You may benefit from becoming a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation. This could help you with your employment prospects, networking, contact with industry and professional development and may provide you with important information and support.
New South Wales
The Association of Professional Engineers, Scientists and Managers, Australia
Level 1, 491 Kent St
Sydney NSW 2000
Telephone: 61 2 9263 6500
Fax: 61 2 9264 1224
Website: http://www.apesma.asn.au
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
PO Box 1911
Milton QLD 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Victoria
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Postal Address:
PO Box 1911
Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Postal Address:
PO Box 1911
Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Queensland
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Postal Address:
PO Box 1911
Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
South Australia
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
PO Box 1911
Milton QLD 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Western Australia
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
PO Box 1911
Milton QLD 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Tasmania
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Postal Address:
PO Box 1911
Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Northern Territory
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
PO Box 1911
Milton QLD 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au
Australian Capital Territory
Australian Institute of Medical Scientists
Postal Address:
PO Box 1911
Milton Qld 4064
Telephone: 61 7 3876 2988
Fax: 61 7 3876 2999
Email: aimsnat@aims.org.au
Website: http://www.aims.org.au