Medical Scientist jobs

Job no: 944236
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide Metro Southern
Categories: Science, Engineering, Technical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology, Noarlunga Health Services

MeS2 $94,769 to $116,840 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
SA, Noarlunga Centre 5168
Full Time, Temporary 12 Month Role

About the role

Join our multidisciplinary metropolitan laboratory as a Medical Scientist, where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services while supporting the day-to-day leadership of the laboratory. As a medical scientist, grade 2 you'll perform and supervise a broad range of routine diagnostic testing across haematology, chemistry and transfusion, applying your scientific expertise to analyse and report results that support outstanding patient care. You'll also participate in an after-hours roster and contribute to the smooth operation of general laboratory and clerical services.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role. As the 2IC, you'll act as the Laboratory Manager during periods of leave, providing supervision, guidance and operational oversight to ensure the laboratory continues to run efficiently. Working alongside an experienced team, you'll also contribute to the introduction of new techniques and methodologies, making this an ideal opportunity for a motivated scientist who is ready to progress in their career.

About You

You are a motivated and detail-focused Medical Scientist who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is committed to delivering accurate, high-quality diagnostic services.

• Bachelor of Science or Medical Laboratory Science qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience performing laboratory testing using analytical equipment and laboratory systems
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and contribute positively to a multidisciplinary team

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:
Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:
Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 944236

Enquiries to:
Zee Cluse, Medical Scientist

Phone: 83849340

E-mail: zee.cluse@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 24th July 2026

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Advertised: 10 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time