Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to March 2028, with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: $121,581.81 - $128,898.29 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ701009
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Applications Close: 3 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

Ready to lead at the forefront of public health? Join NSW Health Pathology as a Senior Scientist and turn complex diagnostics into life-saving clinical insights. In this pivotal leadership role, you won't just manage workflows - you will champion quality, mentor the next generation of scientific talent, and directly impact patient outcomes across our state-wide network. If you are a seasoned expert looking for a role where your technical mastery truly matters, your next chapter starts here.

What you'll be doing

Responsible for the management of scientific, technical and support staff, all testing and associated activities and logistics for the assigned laboratory. The position oversees the quality, cost and operational integrity of the department, regulatory compliance and accreditation of laboratory services in the department, human resource, business and resource management.

What we can offer you

- Financial Benefits - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme allowance of up to $5,000 plus super per annum in addition to award entitlements, and 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)

- Qualified 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.

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

1. Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
2. 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
3. Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
4. Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting
5. Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems
6. Extensive high level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory
7. Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements





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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. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

- NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website

- You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

- All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

- An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

- We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) For role related queries or questions contact Mostafa Lashin on [email protected]

To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!

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