Medical Scientist Unit Head Drugs Unit

Job no: 917499

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Pathology

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: MeS4- $114, $131,605.00 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 25 Jun 2027

About the role

As a Medical Scientist within the Drugs Unit of the Chemical Pathology Directorate, you will play a vital role in delivering a high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective diagnostic pathology service. You will apply your scientific expertise and technical competence to ensure the smooth daily operation of the unit—supporting accurate and timely testing that underpins patient care and clinical decision-making. Your contribution will be central to maintaining the integrity and precision of laboratory results, ensuring that all work meets established scientific and quality standards.

Working closely with the Directorate management team and the Quality Officer, you will help monitor and improve quality performance, particularly in areas where process variation may occur. You will also contribute to the strategic direction of the discipline by supporting innovation, enhancing laboratory processes, and promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration. This is an opportunity to join a respected and forward-thinking team committed to advancing chemical pathology and improving health outcomes for the community.

About You

You are a highly skilled and motivated Medical Scientist with extensive experience in diagnostic services and a commitment to delivering excellence in laboratory science. You take pride in your analytical expertise, leadership capability, and ability to uphold the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and safety in all aspects of your work.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Scientific and Technical Expertise – Hold a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent, with extensive knowledge in your laboratory discipline and experience in providing diagnostic services, quality control, and assurance.
• Leadership and Collaboration – Proven ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate team performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and high-quality service delivery.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills – Strong capability to solve complex scientific problems, manage data using analytical software, and contribute to innovation through service and process improvements.
• Communication and Professionalism – Excellent communication, organisational, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clinicians and staff, manage competing priorities, and uphold the principles of safety, equity, and accountability.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Attractive salary packaging available
• Strong community minded culture and values providing world class care to South Australians
• Opportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

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 the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 917499

Enquiries to:

Ian Westley

Position: Unit Head

Phone:

E-mail:

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 31st October 2025

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Advertised: 17 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 31 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time