Scientific Officer
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ602129 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 4 June 2026
Position Classification: Scientific Off
Remuneration: 73440.82 - 104751.61 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 19
Requisition ID: REQ602129
Location: Westmead
Applications close: 14 September 2025
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
Under the supervision of the Haematologists and Senior Hospital Scientist in each section to process blood samples for Haematology & Blood Bank tests following the laboratory’s method manuals.
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 (where applicable)
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) 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 Rina Rathod on Rina.Rathod@health.nsw.gov.au
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 the 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.
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 part time vacancies.
