Bioinformatician, (PO2/PO3) Genetics and Molecular Pathology - Pool

Central Adelaide Local Health Network

• Statewide – SA
• SA Pathology, Adelaide 5000
• Salary  PO-2  $88,255 - $97,667 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Salary  PO-3  $101,285 - $107,078 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full-time Contracted Until 31 Dec 2025

About the role

PO-2 As a Bioinformatician, you will contribute to advancing diagnostic and research outcomes by developing, implementing and maintaining genome analysis pipelines that support high-quality service delivery. This role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in bioinformatics to enhance data analysis and interpretation, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to drive innovation and ensure reliable solutions that benefit both clinical practice and research.

PO-3  As a Bioinformatician, you will play a key role in supporting diagnostic and research applications by implementing and maintaining genome analysis pipelines. You will contribute to delivering accurate results from high throughput technologies while collaborating on the development of scalable platforms for storing, analysing and sharing clinical and genetic data. This role also involves working with existing algorithms for mapping and interpreting human genomic data, ensuring robust and innovative solutions that enhance outcomes within Genetics and Molecular Pathology and the broader health network.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent degree.

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

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

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: 914918

Enquiries to:

Amy Brunato

Position: Directorate Support Officer (GMP)

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Wednesday 31 December 2025

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