Medical Laboratory Scientist - Clinical Microbiology
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ661146
Location: St George Hospital
Applications Close: 17 May 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Join a collaborative, high-performing Clinical Microbiology laboratory at St George Hospital, Kogarah, NSW where curiosity, precision, and teamwork drive everything we do. As part of a teaching hospital, you’ll work alongside experienced microbiologists, clinicians, and trainees in an environment that values continuous learning, mentorship, and innovation. We offer access to cutting-edge diagnostics, opportunities for research and professional development, and a strong focus on work–life balance. Here, your expertise directly impacts patient care while you help shape the next generation of laboratory professionals.
Join our Clinical Microbiology team. Where every culture tells a story—and your experience and expertise can save lives. Shape the future of microbiology and be part of a leading teaching hospital laboratory. Turn scientific precision into real patient impact every single day.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for delivering a range of operational microbiology 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
- 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
- Experience maintaining and writing Quality Manuals for NATA and TGA, as well as performing validation and verification tasks for the introduction of new tests.
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.
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For role related queries or questions contact Chinmoy Mukerjee on Chinmoy.Mukerjee@health.nsw.gov.au
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