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Central Adelaide Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pathology

• Salary: GFSc-1 - $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. (pro-rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Location:  Adelaide CBD
• Temporary 2 Year Contract - 0.7FTE

About the role

As a Grant Funded Scientist, you will play a valued role within the Public Health and Epidemiology Laboratory, applying your scientific and technical expertise to support high-quality diagnostic and analytical outcomes. Working within a specialist area of pathogen genomics, you will contribute across the full diagnostic lifecycle — from problem definition and planning through to execution, analysis and reporting. Your work will directly support public health initiatives, with opportunities to contribute data to project progress reporting and service improvement activities.

In this hands-on laboratory role, you will undertake routine and complex diagnostic testing, including data and sample management, bacterial culture and wet lab metagenomic processes. You will prioritise work according to clinical urgency, review results for analytical validity, and provide accurate, timely results in line with established KPIs. Working collaboratively with senior staff and clients, you will also assist with the implementation of new methods and equipment, support training activities, maintain laboratory systems and records, and contribute to safe, efficient laboratory operations that uphold quality, governance and accreditation standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will meet the essential minimum requirements for appointment as a medical scientist under the NPAAC framework and bring a strong foundation of scientific capability, professionalism and teamwork to a busy laboratory environment. You will combine sound technical knowledge with a proactive, quality-focused approach to delivering accurate and timely outcomes.

• Hold an appropriate NPAAC-recognised qualification, including an AQF Level 7 degree in pathology (or equivalent), or an approved associate qualification.

• Demonstrated ability to perform high-quality diagnostic testing using routine instructions, analytical equipment and laboratory information systems.

• Strong organisational, communication and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet daily targets and work effectively within a team.

• Sound knowledge of laboratory principles, quality procedures and research methodologies, with a proactive approach to problem-solving, equipment troubleshooting and confidentiality.

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Job ref: 927367

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Sunday, 8^th February 2026

Attachments

 927367 Grant Funded Scientist SCSS Role Description.pdf

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