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Scientist Autoimmune
Brisbane
Join Pathology Queensland's specialist Immunology Division and provide advanced scientific leadership in autoimmune testing. This senior laboratory opportunity combines complex diagnostic testing, scientific leadership, research and quality improvement while supporting statewide immunology services.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Pathology |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City,Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CSQ686570 |
| Closing date | 10-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Alison Barry |
| Contact details | 07 3646 0099 Access the National Relay Service |
The purpose of this role is to provide advanced scientific expertise and leadership within the Autoimmune Immunobiology Laboratory, delivering high-quality autoimmune diagnostic services while supporting clinical excellence, research, quality improvement and continuous service development.
What you'll do
In this role you will perform and interpret complex autoimmune diagnostic testing, apply advanced scientific judgement to patient specimen analysis, contribute to research and service improvement initiatives, provide expert advice to clinicians and laboratory staff, develop clinical procedures and laboratory protocols, lead quality assurance and accreditation activities, supervise and mentor scientific and technical staff, participate in the after-hours on-call roster, and support the delivery of statewide immunology reference services.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Holds a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or equivalent qualification
- Has extensive experience in immunology, particularly autoimmune testing
- Can apply advanced scientific judgement to complex diagnostic investigations
- Has experience leading quality improvement and laboratory accreditation activities
- Can provide leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to scientific teams
- Has excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
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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