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Scientist Anatomical Pathology
Townsville
Join Pathology Queensland and deliver specialist anatomical pathology services that support accurate diagnosis and patient care across North Queensland. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in histopathology within a collaborative laboratory environment while contributing to high-quality diagnostic services.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ686530 |
| Closing date | 10-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Rebbecca Lee |
| Contact details | 44333614 Access the National Relay Service |
The purpose of this role is to apply advanced technical and scientific knowledge within Anatomical Pathology to deliver high-quality histopathology services, providing independent scientific judgement and contributing to efficient, client-focused diagnostic outcomes.
What you'll do
In this role you will analyse anatomical pathology specimens, apply scientific judgement to technical and diagnostic activities, perform laboratory procedures in accordance with established protocols, contribute to quality assurance and accreditation requirements, support continuous service improvement initiatives, provide guidance and supervision to less experienced staff, collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, and contribute to the delivery of accurate and timely histopathology services.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Holds a tertiary qualification in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent discipline
- Has experience or demonstrated capability within anatomical pathology or histopathology services
- Can apply scientific judgement and technical expertise to diagnostic laboratory work
- Has strong communication and teamwork skills
- Is committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement
- Can effectively prioritise workloads and deliver high-quality outcomes in a busy laboratory 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 working 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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