Scientific Lead – Molecular Haematology Job no: ****** Work type: Full time Location: Adelaide CBD Categories: Science, Engineering, Technical, Pathology Central Adelaide Local Health Network Statewide – SA Pathology Salary: MeS3 - $111,870 - $125,306 p.a. + Superannuation Salary Sacrifice Benefits Location: Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide CBD Full Time, Permanent Role About the role Join SA Pathology as a Scientific Lead and take the next step in your leadership career, guiding a high-performing laboratory team that delivers accurate, timely and high-quality diagnostic services.
You'll apply your specialist scientific expertise across complex diagnostic testing while providing leadership, strategic direction and operational oversight that supports outstanding patient care and laboratory excellence.
Working collaboratively with management, Pathologists and multidisciplinary teams, you'll drive quality improvement, mentor and develop staff, oversee laboratory performance and implement new technologies and best practice procedures.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of pathology services through innovation, continuous improvement and a strong commitment to quality, safety and professional excellence.
• Lead scientific and operational laboratory services • Perform and oversee complex diagnostic testing • Mentor, train and develop scientific staff • Drive quality, accreditation and compliance outcomes • Implement new technologies and laboratory procedures • Manage workflow,



equipment and laboratory performance • Collaborate with Pathologists and multidisciplinary teams • Champion continuous improvement and service excellence About You We're looking for an experienced scientific leader who combines advanced pathology expertise with a passion for developing people, improving services and delivering exceptional diagnostic outcomes.
• Eligible medical scientist qualification under NPAAC standards • Extensive pathology experience with proven team leadership • Expertise in quality systems, diagnostics and laboratory practice • Robust communication, problem solving and service improvement skills 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.
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📌 Scientific Lead – Molecular Haematology (Adelaide)
🏢 Central Adelaide Local Health Network
📍 Adelaide