Overview
Job reference: #17681
Brand: QML Pathology
Location: 156 - 160 Grafton Street, Cairns QLD 4870
Work type: Full Time, Permanent, 38 hours per week
Schedule: Various shifts between 07:00 and 20:00, Monday to Friday; 07:00 to 15:00 Saturday; on call as required.
About us QML Pathology is a Healius business with an expansive network of over 100 medical laboratories and 2000 patient collection centres across metropolitan, regional and remote Australia. We provide 1 in every 3 pathology services in Australia, servicing some of Australia’s largest and most complex hospitals as well as smaller communities.
This role offers job stability and opportunities to grow, including interstate mobility and career development within a large, national organization.
About the role
We are seeking a Supervising Scientist to join our team at Healius. This role combines supervising staff with hands-on laboratory work.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a laboratory with a small team of medical scientists in a multi-disciplinary setting (Biochemistry, Haematology/Coagulation, Stat Micro and Andrology).
- Prioritise workflow to meet client requirements.
- Ensure results are released within agreed turnaround times.
- Liaise with senior staff and Pathologists regarding unusual and abnormal results.
- Oversee management of laboratory equipment, ensuring maintenance and timely servicing as required.
- Review and update laboratory documentation as required.
About you
To be considered, you will have:
- Bachelor of Science (Medical Science) or other AIMS-accredited equivalent degree.
- At least 2 years’ experience in a multi-disciplinary scientific role.
- Solid interpersonal skills to build meaningful partnerships.
- Experience working under tight deadlines and managing multiple tasks within set timelines.
- Results-oriented with proactive problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to prioritise and organise competing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Highest levels of confidentiality and integrity.
Advantages and wellbeing
As part of Healius, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:
- Benefits platform with savings across 500+ brands.
- Fitness Passport – access to top fitness centres and pools across Australia at a subsidised rate.
- Corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits and novated leasing salary packaging.
- Career growth and development via online courses and learning paths.
- Confidential health and well-being support through the Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families.
Right to work and background checks
You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work. The selection process may include background and clearance checks to determine suitability for the role.
Vaccines and immunisations
QML Pathology is committed to a safe working environment and taking steps to protect against vaccine-preventable diseases. The Australian Immunisation Handbook lists the immunisations recommended for health care workers.
Diversity and inclusion
QML Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We recruit from diverse applicants and welcome qualified candidates regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Healius supports veterans and candidates with Australian Defence Force experience; applications from veterans are encouraged.
How to apply
Please click the “Apply Now” button to complete the pre-screening questions and submit your application. For further details, email
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📌 Supervising Scientist
🏢 QML Pathology
📍 Cairns Regional