Medical Laboratory Scientist - Haematology Research

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Fringe benefits

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Research Scientist to join the platelet research team at St George Hospital. You will work across the St George and Liverpool components of the project, collaborating with existing laboratory and mass spectrometry expertise to develop, optimise and validate the Immunoprecipitation-Mass Spectrometry workflow for research purposes.

You will be joining a friendly and welcoming team that conducts world-class platelet research projects, with responsibilities spanning assay

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in scientific/medical research.
• Experience delivering pathology services in the laboratory including LIS and quality systems.
• Strong report writing and data interpretation skills for scientific outputs.
• Ability to communicate with clinical and laboratory staff effectively.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct approved research studies under direction of the department head.
• Develop, optimise and validate assays and workflows for research purposes.
• Translate research assays to a clinical setting and document protocols.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and present findings at conferences.
• Ensure compliance with standards, quality systems and safety policies.

Skills

Research experience

Interpersonal skills

Independent and team work

Report writing

Prioritization

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor degree in Science/MLS

Tools

LIS & Patient Systems

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Haematology Research

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time up to 2.5 years, with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification:Scientific Officer
Remuneration:$79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum + Superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ705880
Location: St George Hospital
Applications Close: 22 November 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity
We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our platelet research team. You will work across the St George and Liverpool components of the project, in collaboration with existing laboratory and mass spectrometry expertise, to develop, optimise and validate the Immunoprecipitation-Mass Spectrometry workflow for research purposes.

You will be joining a friendly and welcoming team, where we conduct a number of world-class platelet research projects.

What you'll be doing
To conduct approved research studies under direction of the department head.Conducting research activities as directed. These activities may include but are not limited to: assay performance; assay development; translation of research assays to a clinical setting; assay validations; development and documentation of protocols; co-operation with other research groups; storage of samples; preparation of manuscripts for publication; screening studies; population studies; presentation of research at conferences/workshops; 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 (for full-time employees)

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.

• 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 experience in scientific/medical research
• 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
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with 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 independently and 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

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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.

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