Senior Hospital Scientist in Charge of Section - Virology
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: $112,409.34 - $119,173.77 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ599077
Location: Westmead Hospital
Applications Close: 14 September 2025 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Want to be the leader of a team helping communities and informing better public health decisions by providing expert clinical virology pathology services for the state's health and justice systems?
NSW Health Pathology are currently seeking a permanent full time Senior Hospital Scientist in Charge of Section to lead the Virology Section in the Microbiology Laboratory at Westmead Hospital. The successful applicant will join a team of people who consistently demonstrate respect and integrity. The Centre is seeking applicants who embrace teamwork and are committed to achieving excellence, both for themselves and for NSW Health Pathology as part of the organisational values.
Being part of NSW Health Pathology means you are helping create better health and justice systems every day. We operate more than 60 laboratories and around 200 collection centres across NSW and conduct over 60 million tests per annum. Our network of pathologists are supported by scientists, technicians and support staff who quickly and accurately assess samples so clinical teams can make the best possible treatment decisions for patients. We encourage our staff to be involved in research and innovation opportunities to help create safer, healthier communities. Our Forensic & Analytical Science Service provides independent, objective analysis to the NSW criminal and coronial justice systems.
What we can offer you
- Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave
- Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning
What you will be doing
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, microbiology and virology/molecular microbiology from a recognised tertiary institution
- 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
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of accreditation frameworks, relevant standards and quality systems
- Demonstrated managerial skills with experience in laboratory operations, administration and budgeting
- Advanced knowledge of Pathology Laboratory Information Systems including supervision of e-based Quality Management Systems
- Extensive high level knowledge of working within the relevant section of the laboratory with knowledge of the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment in a pathology laboratory
- Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety and privacy requirements
- Advanced knowledge, skills and experience in virology and molecular biology, including but not limited to quality control systems and data analysis, cell culture systems methods and techniques and whole genome sequencing, with demonstrated ability to develop, scientifically evaluate and implement new virological diagnostic assays or processes.
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For role related queries or questions contact Talal Souhani on Talal.Souhani@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Working Rights
This position is a permanent position. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future permanent full time / part time, temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
