We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Staff Specialist, Forensic Pathology located in Townsville, North Queensland. Here in Townsville, you get the best of both worlds, a vibrant, dynamic city, Townsville offers the perfect balance between spectacular natural attractions without sacrificing the benefits of a metropolitan city. With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville is the largest centre in Northern Australia, offering a laid-back tropical lifestyle and is the gateway to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback. If you have the passion and curiosity to join Pathology Queensland, we would love for you to apply. This is a permanent full-time role (part time hours will be considered).

Job details

Forensic Pathology and Coronial Services (FPaCS) Coopers Plains comprises professionals from a range of disciplines, including medical, scientific, technical, nursing, counselling, radiography, and support staff 

This role will carry out the duties of a specialist forensic pathologist, together with related teaching, research and administration, serving the people of Queensland and promoting services to coroners, police, courts and families and the best interests of justice.

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated contemporary knowledge, skills and ability in Forensic Pathology and high level of professionalism required in the position, especially objectivity.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal and communication skills necessary for all aspects of the position.
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and abilities necessary to conduct relevant training, teaching, research, investigation, analysis and management

 Qualifications, registrations and other requirements

• Mandatory requirements are a medical qualification and tertiary qualification in the relevant Pathology discipline (FRCPA, or equivalent) and be registerable with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Specialist Pathologist with RCPA scope of practice recognition in Forensic Pathology. 
• Registrars who will be completing their training this year are also encouraged to apply
• Alternatively, applicants with FRCPA (or equivalent) who hold specialist registration with AHPRA and RCPA scope of practice in anatomical or general pathology may be considered. However, they would need to show evidence of enrolment with RCPA to train for and sit the Diploma in Forensic Pathology (DFP) examination. 
• Knowledge of the ISO 15189 NATA Medical Laboratories, NPAAC standards and understanding of continues accreditation for all laboratories across a diverse network.

• We understand that some people may require adjustments to the workplace or the way the work is performed. All applicants are encouraged to advise the panel of any support or reasonable adjustments (i.e. building access, wheelchair access, interpreting services etc.) that may be required.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CSQ650738 Staff Specialist Forensic Pathologist - Townsville (PDF, 330KB)
  Role Description