Biobank Research Scientist – Scientific Officer

Biobank Research Scientist – Scientific Officer Join to apply for the Biobank Research Scientist – Scientific Officer role at NSW Health Pathology . Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to December 2026, with potential availability of ongoing employment Position Classification: Scientific Officer Remuneration: $76,378.47 - $108,941.55 per annum plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Campus in Camperdown, Sydney Applications Close: 18 November 2025 – 11:59pm About the Opportunity: Are you looking for a Biobank Research Scientist role in a clinical research setting? The NSW Health Statewide Biobank is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and versatile individual to join our team in a temporary Full‑Time capacity. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the continual evolution of one of Australia’s most sophisticated Biobank operations. The successful applicant will be joining a team of scientists, technicians, researchers and managers, engaging directly with pathology laboratories and research partners to deliver tailored services that support complex, multi‑site research programs. What You'll Be Doing: Coordinate and provide scientific and technical training. Review, develop and manage laboratory practices for quality and compliance. Validate and deliver a range of laboratory methodologies and services. Implement new instruments into the laboratory workflow. Purchase and maintain laboratory equipment. Collaborate with NSWHSB research scientists, technical officers and external partners. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science/Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification with subjects relevant to pathology from a recognised tertiary institution. Demonstrated experience in high‑throughput processing of human specimens, ideally using automated technologies and aligned with biobanking best practices. Demonstrated experience in validating new manual and automated methodologies (e.g., PBMC isolation, nucleic acid extraction, tissue microarrays). Strong knowledge and practical experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), including data entry, error monitoring, data cleaning and biobanking‑specific data management. Demonstrated experience in developing SOPs and laboratory workflows in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external research clients. Well‑developed interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication, including procedure and report writing and statistical evaluation of scientific data. Demonstrated ability to deliver and evaluate effective training for laboratory staff and assist staff to achieve competency and service/unit objectives. What We Can Offer You: Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave. Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits. Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport. Learning and development opportunities, including in‑house training with RTO My Health Learning. For role related queries or questions contact Beth Caruana on . Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases: This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio‑cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr