Employment Type: VariousPosition Classification: Scientific OfficerRemuneration: $***** - $***** per hour plus superannuationRequisition ID: REQ******Location: Prince of Wales HospitalApplications Close: 9 August *********:59pm About The Opportunity Want to showcase your scientific skills and join Australia's leading public pathology organisation?
NSW Health Pathology are seeking two temporary full time, experienced and highly skilled Hospital Scientists specialising in diagnostic Genetics to join our dynamic team.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in performing assay set-ups, analyses, interpreting results, drafting diagnostic report and contributing to the laboratories quality system.
The Genetics Laboratory at Randwick is part of NSW Health Pathology and is one of the major Australian centres for genetic diagnostics, providing a comprehensive genome diagnostic service in a consultative pathology context.
The laboratory provides a wide range of assays including Sanger sequencing, fragment analysis-based assays, microarray and single to whole exome sequencing to assist in the diagnosis of rare diseases.
What You'll Be Doing Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.
What We Can Offer You Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees) Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities,



including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Requirements: Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution Demonstrated recent experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to genetics, including performing diagnostic human genetic testing including set-up, data quality assessment of data, analysis and interpretation of genetic results and drafting of reports in a diagnostic genetics laboratory Demonstrated experience and knowledge in the use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite Customer focused approach displaying well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with customers, patients and clinical and laboratory staff, along with report writing skills, statistical evaluation of scientific data and the ability to effectively communicate policies and procedures Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory Display initiative,



problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory setting Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements Information for applicants NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace.
We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed.
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NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health.
For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website.
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📌 Medical Laboratory Scientist – Genetics (New South Wales)
🏢 Nsw Health Pathology
📍 New South Wales