Key Details
Employment Type : Temporary Full Time up to January 2027, with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification : Senior Hospital Scientist in Charge of Section
Remuneration : $116,905.56 - $123,940.80 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week : 38
Requisition ID : REQ
Location : Lismore Base Hospital
Applications Close : 1 December 2025 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
NSW Health Pathology are seeking a temporary Senior Hospital Scientist to lead the Microbiology team at our Lismore laboratory. Microbiology is a key department of any Pathology Laboratory and by joining our agile team, you will be working in one of the largest regional laboratories in the state, servicing Lismore Base Hospital and the Northern Rivers Community.
Lismore Base Hospital is a regional referral hospital providing a wide range of health services to residents in Northern NSW. These services include a state‑of‑the‑art Operating Theatre Suite, Intensive Care/Cardiac Care Unit, General Medical and Surgical Wards, Women's Care Unit, Paediatric Unit, Renal Unit and Emergency Department.
The region of Lismore and the Richmond Valley on the far North Coast of NSW offers something for everyone – from nature lovers to foodies. Lismore is only a short drive to Byron Bay, Lennox Head and Ballina to the east and the funky village of Nimbin to the west. The local area has everything from magnificent national parks, waterfalls and rainforest walks to some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast of Australia. So, if you're looking for a lifestyle change, this could be the job for you.
What we can offer you
- This position is eligible for a Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements.
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave.
- Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits.
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport.
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for the management of scientific, technical and support staff, all testing and associated activities and logistics for the assigned laboratory. The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the department, regulatory compliance and accreditation of laboratory services in the department, human resource, business and resource management.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
- 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.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems.
- Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting.
- Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e‑based Quality Management Systems.
- Extensive high level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory.
- Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description. 2) Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Nicol on
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
Additional Notes
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
New to NSW Health Pathology? The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio‑cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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