Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist IC Section

Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist IC Section

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Snr Hospital Scientist I/C of Section

Remuneration: $112,409.34 - $119,173.77 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ585215

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications Close: 7 September 2025 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for a passionate and experienced Microbiology Scientist to join the NSW Health Pathology Microbiology and Serology Department at the newly developed Liverpool Hospital Precinct. We are seeking a Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist to fill a permanent full-time position within our world-class pathology laboratory, which is equipped with innovative automation technologies.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical laboratory skills and a customer-focused approach, along with attention to detail. Demonstrated experience in documentation and report writing, well-developed organisational and managerial abilities, and proven leadership capabilities are essential. Exceptional communication and teaching skills are also critical. You will be part of a large, dedicated team of scientists and doctors delivering high-quality diagnostic services to patients across the South Western Sydney Local Health District.

Ongoing professional development is a key aspect of this position, and we are committed to supporting continuous learning and career growth. If you are enthusiastic about bacteriology and serology and are looking to work in a progressive and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.

What We Can Offer You

• 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 Will 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 resources, business and resource management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Customer-focused approach with well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including report writing, and the ability to communicate policies and procedures effectively with customers, patients and clinical/laboratory staff; ability to evaluate scientific data statistically.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of NSW and Australian 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 electronic-based Quality Management Systems.
• Extensive high-level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory, with knowledge of 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.

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For role-related inquiries, contact Juan Merif at Juan.Merif@health.nsw.gov.au

Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination

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. 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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