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Scientist Supervising MTI
Mount Isa
Lead a multidisciplinary pathology laboratory delivering essential diagnostic services to regional and remote communities across North West Queensland. This senior leadership opportunity combines advanced scientific practice, operational management and strategic service planning while making a direct impact on healthcare outcomes in one of Queensland's most unique and rewarding locations.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP5 |
| Workplace Location | North West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ685037 |
| Closing date | 23-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Michael Wilhelm |
| Contact details | 4433 3219 Access the National Relay Service |
The purpose of this role is to lead and manage the Mount Isa Laboratory, providing scientific, operational and strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective and client-focused multidisciplinary pathology services for the North West Hospital and Health Service.
What you'll do
In this role you will lead a multidisciplinary pathology team across scientific and operational functions, provide advanced scientific oversight and clinical advice, manage laboratory budgets, staffing and resources, oversee quality and accreditation requirements, support workforce development and capability building, drive service improvement initiatives, provide high-level advice to stakeholders and health service partners, contribute to strategic planning activities, and ensure the ongoing delivery of safe, effective and efficient pathology services across the region.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Holds a relevant tertiary qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
- Has extensive experience within multidisciplinary pathology services
- Can provide advanced scientific leadership and clinical advice
- Has demonstrated experience leading teams, budgets and operational services
- Has strong stakeholder engagement, communication and relationship management skills
- Can drive service improvement, quality outcomes and strategic initiatives within a complex healthcare environment
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.
Ready to apply?
For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.
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.
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 (temporary; full time or part time).
Documents
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