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Founded by The Sisters of Charity in ****, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
Role title: Hospital Scientist - Molecular Pathology
Role grade: Hospital Scientist Year 1-8
Role type: Maximum Term, Full-Time (6 months contract)
Department and location: Molecular Pathology, St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst
Salary: $76,****** – $108,****** p.a. + super + salary Packaging
About the Role
Deliver Molecular Pathology services across St Vincent's Hospital, SydPath collection centres, and other major clients, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and high-quality results.
Perform laboratory testing operations reliably and in a timely manner, adhering to all quality and safety standards.
Maintain and manage laboratory equipment and supplies, supporting smooth and continuous diagnostic services.
Communicate critical and urgent results promptly to clinicians, ensuring timely patient care and informed clinical decisions.
Uphold patient confidentiality and contribute to the ongoing maintenance of the laboratory Quality System.
About You
Holds relevant tertiary qualifications in a scientific field applicable to pathology practice, with hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques, including PCR and next-generation sequencing.
Skilled in bioinformatics analysis and genetic variant curation, with a solid understanding of legislation, regulations, and guidelines for genomic and laboratory testing.
Flexible and reliable, willing to work shifts as rostered while performing tasks accurately, efficiently, and supporting other duties as required.
Communicates clearly and works collaboratively, contributing as a proactive and supportive member of a high-performing laboratory team.
Maintains high standards of quality and patient confidentiality, actively supporting the laboratory's Quality System and continuous improvement initiatives.
Why work at St Vincent's
Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community.
Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport.
Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank.
Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free.
Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programmes, paid study leave.
About the Hospital
A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location.
Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches.
A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people.
Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus.
Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health.
In this role you will be based at St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How To Apply
The closing date for applications is
23 January ****.
As screening will take place throughout the advertising period, we recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with the role.
For more information contact
Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.
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