Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Scientific Officer

Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ703168

Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Applications Close: 8 November 2026 - 11:59pm

Are you a motivated and dedicated Medical Scientist with a passion for microbiology? We are seeking an enthusiastic professional to join our laboratory team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic pathology services. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing a range of microbiological investigations to support the diagnosis, treatment and management of infectious diseases. You will work collaboratively with laboratory colleagues and healthcare professionals to ensure accurate, timely and reliable patient results. Experience and/or knowledge of diagnostic microbiology laboratory practices is a must.

Responsible for delivering a range of operational laboratory activities including the coordination and provisions of scientific and technical training and the ongoing review, development and quality management of laboratory practices to ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement.

- 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)




- Professional 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.

- NSW Health Pathology is an equal prospect 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.

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📌 Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Nsw Health Pathology
📍 Wagga Wagga