Medical Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology

NSW Health Pathology; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Annual leave + extra days off

In-house training programs

Gym discounts & EAP

Job summary

NSW Health Pathology invites applications for a Permanent Full Time Medical Laboratory Scientist in the Microbiology/Bacteriology division at Royal North Shore Hospital. You will join a dynamic team delivering frontline diagnostic work in a supportive pathology environment.

The role requires a relevant degree, demonstrated LIS experience, and strong communication skills, with a 24/7 roster after training and a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher in Science/Medical Laboratory Science.
• Experience delivering pathology services and using LIS and patient systems.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a 24/7 roster environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver operational lab activities and training.
• Contribute to quality management and process improvement.
• Participate in 24/7 roster and on-call shifts after training.
• Ensure compliance with safety and privacy requirements.

Skills

Bacteriology experience

LIS/QA systems

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/MLS

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Scientific Officer

Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ692936

Location: Royal North Shore Hospital

Applications Close: 20 September 2026 - 11:59pm

About The Opportunity

The Department of Microbiology at Royal North Shore Hospital is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist to work in our Bacteriology Division of our department. The successful candidate will be working with a young, professional and dynamic team on a permanent full time basis.

At the Department of Microbiology, Royal North Shore Hospital, you will be working with a large team of professional technical and scientific staff alongside with Staff Specialists. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist within the Department of Microbiology, you will be joining a vital diagnostic frontline and working closely with your team leaders who strive to deliver an exception service.

The Royal North Shore Hospital Campus is a short walk from St Leonards Station and is well connected to public transport. The hospital campus also has a car park for those who commute by car.

What You'll Be Doing

Responsible for delivering a range of operational 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 in the Department of Microbiology, Bacteriology Division. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in a 24/7 rotating roster and on-call shifts after appropriate training.

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.

• 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
• Recent demonstrated experience in a diagnostic clinical bacteriology laboratory.

More principles and policies are being established to support hiring managers identify AI formed responses. We may not progress applications if we don’t feel you have spoken to your own experiences and demonstrated your capabilities without AI assistance.

• 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 PD2026_004 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.
• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.

For role related queries or questions contact Bruce Wong on [e-mail]

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