Join Our Team as a Histology Scientist

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a passionate and collaborative team? We are seeking a motivated and talented Histology Scientist to join the Histology Group within Scientific Serivces at QIMR Berghofer.

The primary responsibility in this role involves routine sample collection and processing, preparation of paraffin and frozen sections and histochemical staining of slides as well as maintenance of general laboratory facilities. The role will provide technical advice to clients and supervisory support in the day-to-day running of a Histology laboratory. A focus on, and communication with, clients to provide the appropriate service requirements and build productive relationships is essential in this role.

About You The ideal candidate will have a degree and 4 to 5 years’

experience in a histology laboratory.

You will be required to have an eye for detail and excellent abilities in keeping accurate records. Demonstrated experience in processing samples, embedding and sectioning skills, is essential for the position. Ideally, you will have knowledge and/or hands-on experience in immunohistochemistry (IHC) techniques, including multiplex tyramide signal amplification (TSA) assays.

As a member of a small team, you will be a supporting leader who fosters a positive, improvement-focused culture, encouraging open communication and collaboration across the laboratory. You will contribute to a cohesive, high-performing team environment while confidently navigating quality-system requirements and maintaining accurate, compliant documentation.





This is a great opportunity for the successful candidate to form productive relationships with internal clients and demonstrate their outstanding trouble-shooting ability, client service and communication abilities.

The role may occasionally require work outside standard business hours to meet operational requirements.

What We Can Offer

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years.

The position classification is STO3. The corresponding salary range is $96,461 to $104,442 p.a. plus superannuation and generous salary packaging.

Want to know more?

For further information, please contact Ashwini Potadar, Histology Services Manager via [email protected] A detailed Position Description is available on QIMR Careers

Applications Close: Sunday, 15th November 2026

How To Apply To submit your application, please use the APPLY button and provide the following documents: Current CV and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Why join us?

- Support research that improves lives and advances healthcare outcomes
- Salary packaging benefits (up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free)
- Salary package an additional $2,650 of your pre-tax income for meal and entertainment expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Eligible to join Fitness Passport, providing access to hundreds of participating gyms, fitness and aquatic facilities at discounted membership rates




- Generous leave provisions including an annual Wellbeing Day
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Adaptable work arrangements that support work-life balance
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

About QIMR QIMR Berghofer is a translational medical research institute and a statutory body under the Queensland Institute of Medical Research Act (2025). Located in the heart of the vibrant Herston Health Precinct, QIMR Berghofer proudly serves the people of Queensland with better health and wellbeing through impactful medical research. Research at the Institute spans four key areas of focus – Cancer Research, Infection and Inflammation, Brain and Mental Health, and Population Health - and we seek to discover and deliver better treatments and diagnoses for some of the world’s deadliest diseases. Our research responds to health challenges arising from social and environmental factors and aims to advance Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health equity.

At QIMR, inclusion, diversity, equity, and allyship are essential to who we are as an organisation. Our goal is to foster a respectful, welcoming, and supportive workplace that reflects the broader community we serve.

We recognise that talent, insight and innovation come from people with different backgrounds, perspectives and lived experiences. Creating an environment where everyone feels valued and able to contribute is fundamental to our ability to deliver impactful science and meaningful health outcomes. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from diverse cultural, linguistic and gender identities, and people with disability.

📌 Histology Scientist (Brisbane)
🏢 QIMR Berghofer
📍 Brisbane