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Scientist Autoimmune
Herston
Take your Immunology expertise further with Pathology Queensland. Join a specialist Immunology service providing statewide reference laboratory and consultative services to clinicians, supporting the diagnosis and management of immunological conditions for patients across Queensland. As part of the Immunology team, you’ll deliver high-quality clinical laboratory services across a diverse range of specialised investigations, including: Autoantibody testing, Flow cytometry, HIV diagnostic testing , Immune function studies
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ691931 |
| Closing date | 22-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | PERM FT |
| Contact person | Kerri Prain |
| Contact details | 0736460042 Access the National Relay Service |
If you're looking to build your career in a specialised Immunology service and be part of a team delivering statewide diagnostic expertise, this could be your next opportunity.
Key competencies (role specific criteria)
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key capabilities, knowledge and experience. Within the context of the responsibilities described above under ‘your key responsibilities', the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Knowledge and expertise in Immunology, at a minimum, obtained through relevant tertiary education, but increasing commensurate with experience.
- Knowledge and experience in the principles and testing of autoantibodies and/or flow cytometry is highly desirable.
- Ability to perform established methods and procedures, apply scientific judgement and develop the ability to undertake more complex tasks within an Immunology laboratory.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with both the immediate work team and broader environment and to communicate effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to participate in a single-discipline or multidisciplinary team under the clinical practice supervision of senior practitioners.
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.
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