Scientific Officer - Drug Toxicology Unit

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $79,433.52 - $113,298.98 per annum + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ683476
Location: Macquarie Hospital
Applications Close: 25 August 2026 - 11:59pm

About the opportunity 
Join one of Australia?s largest forensic and pathology service networks and be part of a world-class scientific team. This Scientific Officer role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a leading laboratory providing specialised drug analysis services to forensic and clinical stakeholders, while collaborating with highly experienced scientists and researchers at the forefront of analytical toxicology and scientific innovation.

What you'll be doing
 

To deliver a range of operational and analytical laboratory activities in accordance with established operational standards, procedures and quality requirements, while contributing to continual process improvement.

The Scientific Officer is responsible for performing and reviewing analytical work, including sample preparation, data assessment and reporting, as well as other duties relevant to the operational requirements of the laboratory. The Scientific Officer may also be required to provide expert evidence in court regarding analytical procedures, results and other aspects of work performed.

What we can offer you 

Financial Benefits - Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits 

Work-life Balance - Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees)

Professional Growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning

Health & Wellbeing - Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.

Interested in joining Australia?s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:

1. A Bachelor Degree or higher degree in Science or Applied Science with a major relevant to the Unit, or an equivalent qualification relevant to analytical or forensic science to which the role applies
2. Demonstrated expertise in mass spectrometry, with substantial practical experience in the development, optimisation and validation of Mass Spectrometry methods for the analysis of drugs and their metabolites in biological specimens.
3. Knowledge of chemical and/or biological hazards and precautions that exist within a laboratory environment and associated responsibilities
4. Ability to work in a responsible and efficient manner, and manage competing priorities while ensuring attention to detail, precision and maintaining accountability of work completed
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to educate internal and external stakeholders, report writing skills and willingness to provide expert evidence in courts
6. Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principles and investigate and resolve general and complex issues within the laboratory environment
7. Sound understanding of legislation, policies and requirements that impact the laboratory environment including work health and safety, privacy and quality improvement requirements
8. Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITES values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Safety

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Information for applicants 

• NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.

• NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments.

• NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website 

• You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply.

• All workers must meet NSW Health?s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2026_004 for more detail. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.

• An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future.

• We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives. 

• All staff employed by NSW FASS will be required to supply a reference buccal sample so that their DNA profile can be compared to other generated profiles to exclude the possibility of contamination. 

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
  3) For role related queries or questions contact Shanmugam Banukumar on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

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