Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to June 2027 with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $40.06 - $57.14 per hour + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ698894
Location: Royal North Shore Hospital
Applications Close: 20 October 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity
Step into the fascinating world of diagnostic molecular genetics and take your career to the next level with NSW Health Pathology. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our team on a Temporary Part-Time basis (24 hours per week), working within a world-class medical and scientific environment where innovation, discovery and patient care come together. This is your opportunity to be part of a highly skilled team delivering cutting-edge diagnostic services that make a real difference to patients and communities every day.

More than just a job, this role offers the chance to expand your expertise and immerse yourself in all areas of laboratory testing. You'll work alongside leading scientists, gain exposure to a diverse range of techniques and technologies, and contribute to advancing diagnostic outcomes in a collaborative and supportive setting. If you're ready to challenge yourself, grow professionally, and be part of a team shaping the future of molecular genetics, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing
Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the testing of diagnostic laboratory samples, assisting with the scientific and technical training and participating in the quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.

What we can offer you

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)
Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution with major in molecular genetics.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite

Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures

Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory

Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment

Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements

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Information for applicants

NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website
You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.
We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

Need more information?

3) For role related queries or questions contact Anne Proos on Anne.Proos@health.nsw.gov.au

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