About the role
Mater Pathology has an exciting opportunity for a permanent Senior Scientist (HP4)– Transfusion full-time 38 hours per week. Reporting to the Supervising Scientist, you will be based at our South Brisbane campus in our Head Transfusion laboratory. The role routinely includes shift work between the hours of 6am and 11pm, Monday-Friday and participation in an on-call roster, currently every second week, including weekends.
The purpose of the role is to deliver a high quality and cost-effective diagnostic service on behalf of Mater Pathology within the Transfusion department, supplying operational direction utilizing contemporary technology and best practice standards, for clinicians and their patients. This position requires a well-developed level of scientific knowledge, operational experience and skills to provide operational testing for blood and blood related products within the Laboratory.
Salary range: $64.64 - $69.55 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
- Processing samples relating to pre-transfusion, obstetric and out-patient disciplines including specialized testing- eg auto adsorptions and elution
- Performing equipment maintenance and quality assurance
- Managing work priorities to effectively meet critical clinical requirements and ensure accurate clinical diagnostic results are reported promptly
- Demonstrating high level knowledge of all aspects of quality assurance in the Transfusion Laboratory, including understanding of the current NPAAC, NATA and cGMP and any other statutory requirements for the delivery of the services
- Overseeing Transfusion laboratory daily operations and reporting to the Supervising Scientist, including staff training and standard operating procedure review
- Investigating laboratory incident reports, safety issues in conjunction with the Supervising Scientist
- Apply high level quality improvements and ensure the division complies with all relevant legislative, administrative and professional standards to meet NATA accreditation and TGA licensing requirements
About you
- A minimum of 5 years experience in a Transfusion laboratory
- A Bachelor of applied Science majoring in Medical Laboratory Science or a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in Haematology/transfusion.
- Previous experience working "out of hours" is highly desirable
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 on Friday 23rd January 2026. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
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.
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