Job ID: 22419

Brand: QML Pathology

We’re currently hiring Scientists in Brisbane to join our Histology department, with full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available. If you’re interested in joining us as a Scientist in Histology, we’d love to hear from you!

Join one of Australia’s leading healthcare companies, committed to supporting quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all Australians.

This is an opportunity to bring your Histology expertise to a specialised pathology team, applying your technical skills and contributing to accurate, high-quality diagnostic outcomes. You’ll work within a collaborative and high-performing laboratory team while having the opportunity to continue developing your specialised technical skills and expertise in this field.

About Us

Healius delivers high-quality diagnostic services through a national network of state-based and specialty brands. Healius operates more than 80 medical laboratories and approximately 2,000 patient collection centres across metropolitan, regional and remote communities throughout Australia, processing approximately one in four Medicare-funded pathology tests in Australia each year.

About The Role

As a Scientist in Histology, you’ll prepare and analyse tissue specimens for microscopic examination, performing routine and specialised histological techniques to support accurate and timely diagnostic results. You’ll work closely with laboratory and clinical teams while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

- Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy and staining procedures
- Perform routine and specialised histological techniques
- Analyse and document results accurately and within required timeframes
- Operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment




- Perform quality control activities and maintain accurate laboratory records
- Identify, troubleshoot and escalate technical or equipment issues
- Participate in internal and external quality assurance and proficiency programs
- Maintain compliance with laboratory quality, accreditation and safety requirements
- Collaborate with laboratory and clinical teams to support effective service delivery
- Contribute to ongoing learning, workflow improvements and continuous improvement initiatives

About You To be successful in this role, you will have a strong scientific foundation and technical skills in Histology. You’ll enjoy technical, hands-on laboratory work and bring a methodical approach to problem solving, with a strong commitment to quality, continuous learning and delivering reliable outcomes for patients.

Qualifications And Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field
- Minimum five years’ experience working as a Scientist in a Histology laboratory

- Strong knowledge of histological techniques, laboratory procedures and quality assurance requirements

Requirements Ability to provide evidence of immunisation requirements, including Hepatitis B

Key Skills And Attributes

- Robust attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to organise and prioritise work to meet turnaround requirements




- Effective communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a laboratory team

We believe everyone leads, no matter what role they are in.

Our ways of leading are the behaviours we expect our people to embody: Customer Focused, Accountable, Collaborative, Credible and Resourceful. Benefits, Perks And Wellbeing

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, lifestyle and career, including:

- Access to retailer discounts and perks through Flare Benefits
- Health and financial benefits, including access to Fitness Passport, corporate health insurance discounts, banking benefits, novated leasing and salary packaging options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free and confidential wellbeing support
- Discounted childcare and babysitting services through Kiddo
- Access to online learning courses to support your career growth and development

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Healius is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive and merit-based recruitment practices. All applicants are assessed equitably based on their ability to meet the requirements of the role. Healius is part of the Commonwealth Government’s Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC) and has been recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter. We encourage applications from veterans and those with Australian Defence Force (ADF) experience.

How To Apply

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Healius is committed to responding to every applicant, regardless of outcome. Timeframes may vary dependent on the role.

To learn more about us and find more job opportunities, visit careers.healius.com.au and follow us on LinkedIn.

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