About the role

Mater Pathology's Haematology Department presents an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated HP3 scientist with general Haematology experience. We are currently seeking an individual to join our dynamic team at our South Brisbane campus. This max term part-time position offers a flexible schedule of 30:24 – 38 hours per week, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. This role is covering maternity leave for the duration of 04/08/2025 – 28/06/2026.

While the position is as a continuous shift worker with a roster covering day, evening and overnight shifts, consideration for a weighting towards after-hour shifts will be considered if preferred by the successful applicant. Training will be contacted during routine day shifts.

In this role, you will apply independent scientific judgement and knowledge of quality control processes in the analysis of patient specimens leading to the accurate and timely verification and validation of test results across Haematology including coagulation.

Salary range: $43.68 - $58.59 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively, with Pathology staff and with internal and external clients, including clinicians.
• Have well developed interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently when required.
• Impart and learn scientific knowledge and expertise through active learning by contributing to Laboratory meetings and engaging in professional development activities.
• Utilise scientific and professional judgement in decision making.
• Participate in the quality assurance processes expected within a Haematology Laboratory, including external quality assurance programs.

About you

• A Bachelor of Science majoring in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalent qualification and having completed subjects in advanced Haematology.
• Experience in a general Haematology laboratory including coagulation. Competency in complex morphology including in the areas of haematological oncology and neonatology would be an advantage.
• Analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to critically evaluate results.

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education,  fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Convenient, discounted on-site parking
• Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close Monday 9th June 2025. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW! For further information, Contact Haematology Supervising Scientist – (07) 3163 8506

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our Reconciliation webpage.