Ready to make a meaningful impact in a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital? Join the team at Mater Hospital Springfield and help shape the future of healthcare.
Mater Hospital Springfield is seeking applications for multiple Scientific Assistant to join us in a permanent, full-time and part time roles. Based at our Springfield campus, these roles will be part of a landmark moment in Queensland healthcare at Mater Hospital Springfield — opening early 2026. As Mater’s first new public hospital in over 60 years, this state of the art facility will meet the needs of the growing Greater Springfield region. With 174 public beds, ICU, maternity, emergency and surgical services, it’s set to care for over 200,000 patients annually.
The Scientific Assistant role at Mater Pathology involves processing clinical specimens and preparing them for examination in adherence to laboratory protocols and quality standards. This position requires working independently and collaboratively within a team to contribute to continuous quality improvement and ensure positive patient outcomes. The role operates on a 24-hour basis, with potential shift work to meet operational needs.
Salary range: $34.87 - $36.55 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
- Meticulously identify specimens and ensure accurate data transfer throughout handling process
- Adhere to quality system procedures and maintain occupational health and safety standards
- Mentor students and new employees as needed
- Perform additional tasks as directed by supervisor
- Demonstrate keyboard and computer skills for data entry
- Utilise strong oral and written communication skills
- Provide high standard customer experience and maintain professional appearance
- Maintain safe, clean work environment and uphold best practice standards
- Manage stock and equipment efficiently to meet customer needs
- Follow hospital policies and procedures, including WH&S and infection control
- Ensure patient confidentiality and customer satisfaction
- Report incidents, accidents, and complaints for investigation
- Manage specimen storage and movement to prevent spoilage
- Undertake administration and maintenance tasks as required
About you
The ideal candidate will have a background in customer service and experience in pathology laboratory specimen handling.
- Certificate III or IV in Laboratory or Pathology, highly desirable
- Knowledge and experience in laboratory procedures and processes
- Perform specimen dissection and processing as required
- Respond to telephone inquiries and provide authorised results
- Package and dispatch specimens for transport to external laboratories
- Handle troubleshooting of specimens that do not meet requirements
- Assist with stock control and pre-analytical processing of specimens
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for liaising with colleagues and supervisors
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
For more information regarding the role, please contact Tom Gurnett, Supervising Scientist, Mater Pathology Springfield tom.gurnett@mater.org.au
Applications close on Monday 23rd February 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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