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Scientist Anatomical Pathology
Townsville
Pathology Queensland are excited to welcome applications for a Scientist, Anatomical Pathology, to join the team in Townsville! Pathology Queensland (PQ) provides diagnostic pathology services to all Hospital and Health Services (HHS) across metro, regional and remote Queensland and plays a critical role in the government's response to public health threats, epidemics, and civil emergencies.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ691282 |
| Closing date | 14-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Rebbecca Lee |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 3614 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role:
As a Scientist, you will apply advanced technical or competent level scientific knowledge, skills and experience in Anatomical Pathology and engage in independent decision making and judgement on a day-to-day basis with minimal supervision to provide an effective, efficient, client focused Histopathology service.
Your key responsibilities include:
- Apply well developed scientific and advanced technical knowledge, skills and experience in the analysis of Anatomical Pathology specimens.
- Apply increasing independent judgement, commensurate with level of experience, in the analysis of technical and scientific issues and the provision of advice to clients and stakeholders where appropriate.
- Undertake problem resolution and related duties following well established protocols and processes and in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards.
- Actively participate in the Anatomical Pathology and multi-disciplinary team.
- Work cooperatively and communicate effectively within the Anatomical Pathology team and with clients, both internal and external to the laboratory.
- Commensurate with level of experience provide scientific/technical education and supervision for less experience practitioners and provide direction to assistant and support staff.
- Participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities in accordance with National Association of Testing Authority / International Standardisation.
Role fit:
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.
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.
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