Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within Queensland Health!

What you'll do

As the Scientist, you will apply your scientific expertise and independent judgement to analyse patient specimens, validate test results, and provide specialist advice to support clinical decision-making where required. Working within a multidisciplinary diagnostic environment, you will undertake a range of testing activities in accordance with accredited Pathology Queensland protocols, professional standards, and ethical requirements. You will contribute to the development and improvement of scientific practices, procedures and protocols, while actively participating in quality and service improvement initiatives that enhance patient care. As a valued member of the team, you will build your knowledge through ongoing professional development, collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients, and, where appropriate, provide education, guidance and supervision to less experienced practitioners.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

- A tertiary degree qualification in Medical Laboratory Science/Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) relevant to the field from a recognised university or tertiary institution.
- Knowledge and skill in the provision of diagnostic testing and clinical interpretation of results within a large multi-disciplinary laboratory.
- Ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team and contribute a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the discipline.
- Ability to apply established principles to a multidiscipline service with provision of results and clinical advice in a client focused manner.
- Knowledge and skill in the provision of diagnostic testing and clinical interpretation of results within a large multi-disciplinary laboratory.
- Ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team and contribute a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the discipline.




- Ability to apply established principles to a multidiscipline service with provision of results and clinical advice in a client focused manner.
- Ability (or ability to rapidly acquire the skill) to identify, develop and implement quality and service improvement activities in accordance with NATA/ISO accreditation / certification.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

- 12.75% superannuation
- 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

- Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
- Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Career development

- Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
- Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
- Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave advantages for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

📌 Scientist (Townsville)
🏢 Department of Health - Queensland
📍 Townsville