Medical Scientist jobs in Canberra ACT

Closes: 01 September 2026

Classification: Health Professional Level 2
Salary: $91,026 - $108,691 plus superannuation
Position No: 71302-02RCW
Directorate: Canberra Health Services
Advertised (Gazettal date): 14 August 2026
Contact Officer: Monica Armstrong on Monica.Armstrong@act.gov.au or (02) 5124 2628

What can we offer you:

• City living without the traffic – click here to see why you should live in Canberra.
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions
• Access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to onsite Physiotherapists.
• ACT Pathology Allowance, if applicable as defined in the ACT Public Sector Health Professional Enterprise Agreement, Section C.

About the Role:

ACT Pathology is seeking a motivated Scientist to join our Diagnostic Genomics Department, a multidisciplinary laboratory delivering specialist genomic testing services across the ACT and surrounding region. Working alongside experienced scientists and clinicians, you will contribute to a comprehensive diagnostic service that utilises cutting-edge technologies, including conventional cytogenetics, Fluorescence In Situ Hybridisation (FISH), PCR-based testing, and Next Generation Sequencing.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure across all areas of the laboratory through a rotational role, while developing specialist expertise in diagnostic genomics. You will contribute to the delivery of accurate, timely, and high-quality genetic testing services within a collaborative and innovative team environment, while supporting the ongoing development of new techniques and technologies.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented professional with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. You will demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities, evaluate complex information, and make evidence-based decisions, while maintaining a commitment to continuous learning and excellence in laboratory practice.

Join a dynamic service at the forefront of diagnostic genomics and help shape the future of precision healthcare in the ACT.

Pathology allowance may apply, if applicable as defined in the ACT Public Sector Health Professional Enterprise Agreement, Section C. The pathology allowance ranges from $5,581 - $8,759 p.a.

For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.

Please Note: Selection may be based on written application and referee reports only. If interviews are required preferred mode will be face-to-face.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Note: This is a full-time permanent position.

For more information on this position and how to apply “click here”

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together
Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community
Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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