Lead Scientist, Chemical Pathology & Metabolics

Health; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career training and development

Flexible and diverse work culture

Generous leave entitlements

Competitive salaries

Job summary

Queensland Health in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead the Analytical Chemistry Unit. You will conduct high-level chemical pathology testing, supervise staff, and engage in advanced diagnostic activities to support newborn screening, therapeutic drug monitoring, and toxicology services.

The role emphasises leadership, quality assurance, and collaboration with clinical teams to interpret results and improve service delivery within the unit and across Pathology Queensland.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Chemical Pathology testing and metabolic disease investigations.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities in a clinical lab.
• Ability to interpret complex analytical results and provide clinical advice.
• Experience with quality systems and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised Chemical Pathology services and perform complex tests.
• Review, interpret and validate results with clinical information.
• Lead workflow coordination and supervise staff development.
• Contribute to research, quality assurance, and service improvement.

Skills

Chemical Pathology

Leadership

Analytical methods

Communication

Tools

Tandem MS

HPLC

UPLC

GC–MS

ICP–MS

Job description

Queensland Health in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead the Analytical Chemistry Unit. You will conduct high-level chemical pathology testing, supervise staff, and engage in advanced diagnostic activities to support newborn screening, therapeutic drug monitoring, and toxicology services.

The role emphasises leadership, quality assurance, and collaboration with clinical teams to interpret results and improve service delivery within the unit and across Pathology Queensland.