Specialty overview
Microbiologists utilise laboratory techniques to diagnose infectious diseases, recommend antibiotic therapy, and advise and educate clinicians on the origins of infection, epidemiology and prevention and management mechanisms.
Clinical practice
Microbiologists work as part of multidisciplinary teams within both the public and private sectors, running diagnostic laboratories and providing interpretation of test results and advice to other physicians concerning the appropriateness of further investigation and the use of antimicrobial drugs.
Key statistics
2023 QLD Training program selections(first year)
16
eligible
4
selected
Number of Queensland and Australian specialists
Number of Queensland and Australian new fellows
Number of Queensland trainees and average work hours
Information on specialists
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Specialists over 60
This donut chart shows that 22% of specialists are aged over 60 years. -
Specialist intending to retire by 2032
This donut chart shows that 37% of 2022 workforce intend to retire by 2032. -
Location in Queensland
This donut chart shows the percentage of specialists by their location: 7.4% are located in regional Queensland, 92.6% are in major cities, and 0% are in remote regions. The chart highlights that a vast majority of specialists are based in major cities. -
Proportion Female/Male - QLD
29.6%
male70.4%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 29.6%, Females are 70.4%. -
Public vs Private
29.6%
private70.4%
publicThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of public and private specialists. Private is 29.6%, Public is 70.4%.
Information on trainees
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Proportion female/male trainees in Queensland
75%
male25%
femaleThis doughnut chart shows the proportion of males and females. Males are 75%, Females are 25%. -
2023 QLD Training program selections (first year)
16
eligible4
selectedThis doughnut chart shows the number of 2023 QLD Training Program Selections (First Year). 16 Eligible applications were received, 4 of those were selected.