Research Genetics Counsellor

Employment Type
: Temporary Part Time up to 31 August 2027

Position Classification
: Genetics Counsellor Lvl 3

Remuneration
: full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week
: 24

Requisition ID
: REQ590690

Location:
Westmead

Applications Close:
31 August 2025

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.

What You'll Be Doing
Utilising their extensive specialist or generalist knowledge a Level 3 research genetic counsellor will be involved in aspects of genomic research projects including planning and development, co-ordination, implementation and evaluation. Genomic research projects may be related to (but is not limited to) implementation science/service delivery, education, genomic testing, understanding of genomic disease and genomic therapeutics.

This role will also often be involved in clinical genetic counselling whereby the genetic counsellor will integrate their clinical genomic knowledge, health communication and counselling skills to facilitate clients' informed choices about their healthcare.

How To Apply
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A  resume  detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description

Additional Benefits (for Eligible Employees)

• Salary packaging for tax savings
• Meal entertainment savings
• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible Work Practice Opportunities

Need more information?

• Click here for the  Position Description
• Find out more about  applying  for this position
• Learn more about The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
• Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing  the Child Safe Standards.  We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description . Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
• SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
• Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
• All workers must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
• This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children's Guardian Website
• For roles that require formal qualifications , please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
• Eligibility List – An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

Further Contacts and Support

Please contact Kevin Gerard Hirang on if you have any questions about this role.

We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant , please contact Wayne Dargan on .

Please let know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self .

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