Medical Scientist

About the Role

As a Medical Scientist within the Respiratory Failure and Sleep Medicine Service, you will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team delivering high quality diagnostic and research services in sleep disorders. Your work will help ensure patients receive the best possible care, with a focus on meeting referring physicians' needs while maintaining an environment that values patients' rights. From analysing complex sleep study data to supporting research projects, clinical trials and quality assurance initiatives, your contribution will help improve outcomes for individuals experiencing sleep-related health challenges.

This role offers a balance of daytime work with some flexibility for out-of-hours or overnight studies as required. You will gain experience across settings including in-hospital studies, home-based diagnostics, and outreach services at locations beyond the Royal Adelaide Hospital. You will apply your sleep science knowledge to optimise treatment efficacy, contribute to innovative procedures, and support ongoing accreditation and audit activities. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a specialised field while making a real difference to patient care and advancing research in sleep medicine.

About You

You are a motivated and compassionate professional with strong scientific expertise and a commitment to delivering high quality patient-centred care. Your skills, knowledge and experience will enable you to thrive in a dynamic multidisciplinary environment.

• Hold a relevant science degree with experience in sleep medicine or related fields

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with empathy and professionalism

• Proficient in physiological measurement, laboratory processes and computer systems

About CALHN

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia's largest health network, CALHN delivers exceptional, safe and connected healthcare for patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, CALHN provides opportunities to make an impact guided by our values. Join us to be part of a team committed to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefits of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Benefits: Flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses
• Annual Leave: Paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements including part-time; discuss with us
• Employee Recognition: Awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health
• Career Opportunities: Opportunities for skill development and movement across SA Health metropolitan and regional sites

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and a commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ communities are strongly encouraged.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement vaccine-related occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policies in the workplace.

Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 914380

Enquiries to: Morgan Pillay, Acting Admin Manager: Thoracic Medicine
Phone: 7074 1784
E-mail: morgantheran.pillay@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date 11:55 pm Friday 19 September 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply and further information.

Advertised: 05 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time | Applications close: 19 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

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