NSW Biochemical Genetics Service - Hospital Scientific Officer

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Scientific Off
Remuneration:79433.52 - 113298.98 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ686344
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 29 August 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Ingrid Prammer on **************@health.nsw.gov.au

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

The NSW Biochemical Genetics Service is a Statewide Reference Laboratory for the investigation and management of patients with inborn errors of metabolism (genetic metabolic disorders). Our testing is based not on DNA analysis, but primarily on assay of metabolites, the biochemical processing of which are disturbed by the genetic defect. This position involves all tasks, including technical, clerical and computer based, associated with analysis of body fluids and tissues.
The techniques and instrumentation used in the laboratory include liquid chromatography/tandem mass spectrometry, gas chromatography/mass spectrometry, capillary electrophoresis, UV spectroscopy, colorimetry and tissue culture methods.

Extra benefits (where applicable):



Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to 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

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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📌 NSW Biochemical Genetics Service - Hospital Scientific Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 New South Wales