Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to February 2027 with potential of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $38.52 - $54.94
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ659584
Location: Prince of Wales Hospital
Applications Close: 12 May 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Looking to take the next step in your NSW Health Pathology career? We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Research Scientist to join the South Eastern Sydney Immunology Laboratory at Prince of Wales Hospital, Randwick. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative clinical and research environment, contributing to high-quality immunology research that supports patient care and diagnostic innovation.
The successful applicant will be response for coordinating multicenter research studied and providing comprehensive support for ethics submission, grant applications, and manuscript preparation. The role involves managing research databases and performing laboratory testing related to hypersensitivity diagnostics, requiring organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
What you'll be doing
To conduct approved research studies under direction of the department head and conducting research activities as directed. These activities may include but are not limited to: assay performance; assay development; translation of research assays to a clinical setting; assay validations; development and documentation of protocols; co-operation with other research groups; storage of samples; preparation of manuscripts for publication; screening studies; population studies; presentation of research at conferences/workshops; 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
* 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
* Demonstrated experience in scientific/medical research
* 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
* Well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with 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 independently and 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
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 PD2024_15 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. Please note that applications that appear to be generated by AI tools or copied from external sources may not be considered.
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