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Scientist
Emerald - Rockhampton Region
As a Scientist in the Emerald Laboratory, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, reliable pathology services to the Central Highlands community. Working as part of a dedicated and supportive team, you will contribute to an efficient and responsive laboratory service that directly supports patient care.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ679431 |
| Closing date | 13-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | PERM FT |
| Contact person | Ross Martin |
| Contact details | 49207302 Access the National Relay Service |
Why Emerald? Enjoy the benefits of regional living—affordable lifestyle, shorter commutes, and a strong sense of community—while still working in a modern healthcare environment. Emerald offers a relaxed pace of life with access to outdoor activities, making it an ideal location for those seeking both career development and lifestyle balance.
This is a dynamic, multidisciplinary role where you will rotate across all core laboratory departments following appropriate training and in line with operational needs. This variety offers an excellent opportunity to expand your technical expertise, build capability across multiple disciplines, and develop as a well-rounded Scientist.
Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following:
- Relevant knowledge, skill and expertise, at a minimum, obtained through relevant tertiary education, but increasing commensurate with experience.
- Knowledge and skills, or ability to acquire knowledge and skill, of the operational requirements of the microbiology discipline and core laboratory skills (Haematology, Chemical Pathology, Transfusion Medicine) and ability to perform relevant methods and procedures in each or any of these.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member, to produce an effective work output in terms of quality and quantity.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills, client focus and ability to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and ability to comply with organisational policies and procedures, and assist the laboratory to comply with all relevant legislative, administrative, and professional standards including meeting NATA / ISO / TGA accreditation / certification requirements.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes
Competitive salaries
- 12.75% superannuation
- 17.5% leave loading
Employee wellbeing
- 38 hour full time work week
- Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
- Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.
Professional development
- Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
- Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
- Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.
Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
If you’re adaptable, motivated, and ready to broaden your experience in a rewarding regional setting, this is your opportunity to thrive.
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