SCHN - Hospital Scientist (Pharmacokinetics) - REQ643986
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ643986 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 19 March 2027
Position Classification: Scientific Off
Remuneration: 76378.47 - 108941.55 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ643986
Location: Westmead
Application Close: Midnight on 13 March 2026
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The purpose of this position is to assist in the conduct of the SCHN Investment and Prioritisation Project entitled “Precision dosing of Anticancer Therapy”.
This will involve:
· Establishing and performing difficult and specialised assays involving high performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, spectrophotometric methods and/or mass spectrometry.
· Developing analytical methods for current and new therapeutic agents in biological fluids and tissues
· Validating new methods to NATA standards and preparing the documentation required for addition of new tests to scope.
· Maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting methods and equipment.
· Participating in quality assurance and education activities as required. Giving talks, if required.
· Performing pharmacokinetic assessment in real-time to allow precision dosing of anticancer agents and communicating the results to clinicians treating the patients.
· Participating in pharmacokinetic / pharmacodynamics research to identify clinical decision limits for precision dosing. This will include literature review as well as pharmacokinetic modelling projects using software such as NONMEM.
· Publishing research journal articles.
· Carrying out such other duties not inconsistent with the Award or terms of employment as directed or implied.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has tertiary level qualifications in Science, Pharmacy or other relevant field.
- Demonstrates experience in analytical chemistry including method development and validation using mass spectrometry equipment.
- Demonstrates experience in conducting and publishing research.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Christa Nath on christa.nath@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
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