Clinical Scientist | Genomics | Full Time
Revesby, Sydney
Shape the future of genomic diagnostics and help deliver life-changing outcomes for patients and families.
At Virtus Health, our purpose is simple: helping people create healthy families. As one of the world's leading providers of fertility, reproductive genetics and specialist healthcare services, we combine scientific excellence with compassionate care to improve lives every day.
We are seeking an accomplished Principal Clinical Scientist - Molecular Genetics to join Virtus Diagnostics in Revesby and provide scientific leadership within our growing genomic pathology service.
This is a rare opportunity to influence clinical practice, guide complex genomic interpretation, mentor future scientific leaders and contribute to innovation in a nationally respected diagnostics organisation.
Why Join Virtus?
At Virtus, science and patient care go hand in hand.
You'll join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team of scientists, pathologists, genetic counsellors and clinicians who are passionate about advancing genomic medicine and delivering meaningful outcomes for patients and their families.
We offer:
The opportunity to influence strategic direction within a growing genomic service
Exposure to leading-edge molecular genetics and genomic technologies
A collaborative and highly specialised scientific environment
Professional development and research opportunities
A culture that values innovation, integrity and continuous improvement
The opportunity to mentor and develop future scientific talent
A workplace committed to diversity, equity and inclusion
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Department, Molecular Genetics, you will provide senior scientific and clinical leadership across all aspects of molecular genetic testing and reporting.
You will oversee laboratory operations,



variant interpretation, quality systems and scientific decision-making while working closely with clinicians, genetic counsellors and pathology leaders to support exceptional patient outcomes.
This position plays a key role in ensuring our genomic services remain scientifically robust, clinically relevant and responsive to advances in technology and best practice.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Scientific Leadership
Provide scientific oversight across molecular genetic testing workflows
Lead interpretation and classification of genomic variants
Support development of laboratory systems, procedures and knowledge bases
Drive quality, consistency and efficiency across testing services
Provide expert guidance on complex cases and scientific challenges
Clinical Reporting
Authorise and oversee molecular genetics reporting processes
Advise clinicians regarding test selection, result interpretation and clinical implications
Act as a senior escalation point for complex genomic findings
Innovation and Service Development
Lead validation and implementation of new technologies, assays and bioinformatics pipelines
Support research collaborations and innovation projects
Identify opportunities to enhance diagnostic capability and patient outcomes
Leadership and Mentoring
Mentor scientists, registrars and laboratory staff
Foster a culture of learning, collaboration and scientific excellence




Support competency assessment and career development programs
Contribute to succession planning and capability building across the team
About You
We are seeking a recognised scientific leader with deep expertise in molecular genetics and genomic diagnostics.
You will bring:
A PhD (or equivalent) in molecular genetics, genomics, human genetics or a related discipline
10+ years working extensively within an accredited diagnostic genomics laboratory, with demonstrated leadership responsibility and report authorisation experience
Experience authorising and interpreting molecular genetic reports
Strong expertise in variant classification frameworks including ACMG/AMP, ClinGen and related standards
Demonstrated leadership experience within a scientific or clinical laboratory environment
Experience with quality and accreditation frameworks including NATA, NPAAC and ISO *****
Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills
Most importantly, you will be passionate about scientific excellence, mentoring others and improving patient outcomes through genomic medicine.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At Virtus, we believe our strength comes from our people and the diverse experiences they bring.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and supported to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, ages, abilities and experiences.
If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know so we can support your participation.
Join Us
If you're looking for an opportunity to influence the future of molecular genetics within an organisation committed to scientific excellence, innovation and patient-centred care, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Clinical Scientist | Genomics | Sydney
🏢 Virtus Diagnostics
📍 Sydney