NSW Government

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Scientific and Technical Area Trainer

🔍 Liverpool, Liverpool Hospital | Western Sydney

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Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer)
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NSW Health Pathology
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REQ642939 Requisition #

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2026, with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ642939
Location: Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown Hospital, Bowral Hospital, Campbelltown Hospital, and Fairfield Hospital
Applications Close: 3 March 2026 - 11:59pm


About the opportunity

Are you looking for your next role? NSW Health Pathology are currently seeking a Scientic Officer of a full-time basis. If you are interested in being a part of the Scientific Training and Development team and have an interest in continuing  professional development for Scientific and Technical staff within NSWHP - South West Sydney Labs. This position is for you!


What you'll be doing

The incumbent will be an integral part of the Scientific Training and Development team and be responsible for assisting with the training, assessments and competencies of Scientific and Technical staff within NSWHP- South West Sydney area. The incumbent will travel across sites in the South West Sydney which includes Liverpool, Campbelltown, Bankstown, Bowral and Fairfield Hospitals and carry out Pathology laboratory staff training, performance development and competency assessments. The Scientific and Technical Area Trainers will be Pathology discipline experts in a minimum of two disciplines in the core laboratory and will facilitate continuing professional development for other staff within that discipline. Trainers will need to also assist in routine laboratory work to understand workflow and maintain their knowledge. This is a shift worker position, required to participate in 24/7 roster.


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

  • 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: 

  1. Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification, with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution.
  2. 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.
  3. Evidence of expertise knowledge and technical experience in one or more disciplines within the field of Pathology (Core Lab - Haematology, Chemical Pathology and Specimen Reception) with experience in training, competency and method review.
  4. Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting.
  5. Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems
  6. Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements.
  7. Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
  8. Current unencumbered NSW Class C Drivers Licence, and willingness to work across all NSWHP - South West Sydney area as required


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 PD2024_15  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.

     

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 Kristian Peralta on Kristian.Peralta@health.nsw.gov.au


To learn more about NSWHP please visit “Life at NSW Health Pathology” or connect with us on LinkedIn!

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