Medical Laboratory Scientist - Molecular Medicine

About this role

Employment Type : Temporary Full Time up to July 2027 (with potential for ongoing employment) Position Classification : Scientific Officer Remuneration : $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ682684 Location: John Hunter Hospital Applications Close: 16 August 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity

NSW Health Pathology are looking for a talented Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our Cytogenetics section within the Molecular Medicine Department on a temporary basis. Based at John Hunter Hospital, we are looking for highly motivated team players.

The NSW Health Pathology Molecular Medicine Department is located a short drive from Newcastle, on the John Hunter Hospital Campus, with beautiful surroundings and outdoor areas. The team you will be working with is dedicated, committed and positive, and strive for excellence to provide a quality Genomics service to NSW communities.

What you'll be doing

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a highly sophisticated Genomics Laboratory. The Cytogenetics section within the Molecular Medicine Department performs SNP-microarray, FISH and karyotyping on a range of samples. In this position, you will be 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.   What we can offer you  • Financial Benefits - 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.

Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:  • Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of pathology services relevant to the laboratory, including use of Laboratory Information Systems, Patient Systems and Quality Control Systems and computer programs such as Microsoft Office suite • 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 • Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner and to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment while working autonomously to deliver results within specified timeframes and contribute to a range of diagnostic skills relevant to the laboratory • Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles in a pathology laboratory and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment • Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements • Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of cytogenetic methods such as microarray, FISH and/or karyotyping and knowledge of the information these tests provide to patients in a pathology setting.   More principles and policies are being established to support hiring managers identify AI formed responses. We may not progress applications if we don’t feel you have spoken to your own experiences and demonstrated your capabilities without AI assistance.     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 For role related queries or questions contact Kelly Kiejda on kelly.kiejda@health.nsw.gov.au   To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology ” or connect with us on LinkedIn !