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The NSW-ACT Branch actively works to implement the programs and direction derived from our parent National body.

As a professional society the branch provides a wide range of real networking opportunities for microbiologists to continue developing professionally and obtain continuing education.

Many opportunities for professional growth are provided through local high quality scientific meetings which deal with current issues and topics by leading local and visiting national and international authorities.

So many things are happening at ASM in NSW that you'd be disappointed to miss out. So give you're career a boost and become a member now, you'll rapidly feel the advantages.

This website gives members added benefits by having access to members-only areas such as presentations, publications and the photo gallery.

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Careers structure & pathways for scientists in medical pathology laboratories

 

The Commonwealth Government “Quality Use of Pathology Program” has commissioned consultants, Human Capital Alliance, to undertake the above project for the Department of Health and Ageing. The attached documents outline the project and its consultation process and request for submissions.

 
 
Information Paper -The paper defines the workforce boundaries under consideration, explores the key features of how pathology work and the scientific workforce are organised, and seeks feedback on what strategies would assist in promoting the attraction and retention of the various workforce groupings. The information paper can also be accessed at www.health.gov.au/qupp .
 
There are several options for submitting comments by COB 15 April 2011 in addition to the focus groups being undertaken are:
 
• Direct to the Commonwealth QUPP secretariat (qupp@health.gov.au)
• via Professional societies; AACB, AIMS, ASM, HANZ etc …
• NCOPP (www.ncopp.org.au) would also be very pleased to receive comments from interested individuals by Thursday 7 April 2011 to assist compilation of its submission to the project. Comments can be sent directly to NCOPP CEO Penny Rogers at progers@ncopp.org.au or PO Box 730, CIVIC SQUARE, ACT 2608 (Ph 02 6247 9310)
 
All medical laboratory scientists take an interest and participate in this initiative.
 
 

 

Attachment 1 - Key Project Activities.doc

 

Attachment 2 - Career Structures and Pathways for the Medical Scientist.pdf

 

 

BOOK LAUNCH

PCR for Clinical Microbiology: An Australian and International Perspective

At the recent ASM National Conference in Sydney, the book 'PCR for Clinical Microbiology: An Australian and International Perspective' was launched. Order your book at the Springer web site for a special conference price. 
This is a NSW-ACT Branch initiative.
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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