CRVCID No. 651334

 This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointmnet(s) with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.  

Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Medical Scientist who will apply prescribed procedures and techniques in the examination of clinical specimens within the Department of Immunology PathWest, Fiona Stanley Network. They will apply modern principles and practices to contribute to the development of improved processes and procedures for the examination of clinical specimens. They will provide expert and specialist scientific consultancy to both internal and external clients. 

Selection Criteria

Essential Minimum Requirements
1. Tertiary qualification in Medical Science and eligible for membership of relevant professional body.
2. Substantial experience in clinical immunology or related field, and/or genetics including research and development projects and quality control.
3. Demonstrated experience with laboratory instrumentation, techniques and IT packages and applications.
4. Demonstrated high standard of negotiation, organisational and liaison skills.
5. Demonstrated high standard of written and verbal communication skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to prepare scientific reports and presentations.
7. Demonstrated use of analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
9. Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.

Desirable requirements
1. Possession of an appropriate post-graduate qualification.
2. Evidence of demonstrated commitment to continued professional development.
3. Member of relevant professional body.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

About PathWest: With over 2,000 employees across an extensive range of pathology and support services, PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA is committed to providing excellence and innovation in pathology testing, teaching and research. We offer a round-the-clock commitment to the health needs of the entire WA community through our laboratory facilities, collection centres, results lines and on-call clinicians. Our pathology services cover the broadest range of routine, complex and rare tests, and our active teaching, research and pathology development programs assist not only in enhancing diagnostic accuracy but also in improving the understanding of disease processes and of clinical care.

To find out more about the role: Please contact Paul Chiappini on 08 6152 2804.

For the full duties and role requirement: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA).  Any offer of employment with PathWest is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. 

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 26/06/2026.

What we offer: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include:

• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements. Including:
• • Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
  • Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
  • Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and related expenses
• 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance      
• Flexible working arrangements      
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Wellness support including discounted gym membership
• Continuous learning     
• Professional and location based allowances

PathWest supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. 

Application Instructions: Please apply online by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button and submit:

• A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees (It is preferable for one of your referees to be your current supervisor or manager), and
• A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience, skills and abilities as they relate to the position.
• A statement of no more than 4 pages addressing the selection criteria found in the Job Description Form

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.