Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to February 2026 with potential availability of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Snr Hospital Scientist I/C Lab <200
Remuneration: $131,830.72 - $139,867.79 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ597120
Location: Forensic Analytical Science Service, Lidcombe NSW.
Applications close: 19th August 2025 - 11:59pm
About the Opportunity
The Illicit Drug Analysis Unit, operating within the Criminalistics Branch, is seeking a Team Leader to lead the dynamic Routines Team, consisting of dedicated scientific professionals providing illicit drug analysis services for the people of NSW.
The Forensic Analytical & Science Service is part of NSW Health Pathology and specialises in providing independent and objective forensic analysis to the criminal and coronial justice systems, as well as quality scientific analysis that contributes to community health and safety. Our services include Illicit Drug Analysis, Forensic and Drug Toxicology, Chemical Criminalistics, Forensic Biology and DNA, Forensic Medicine, Environmental Toxicology, and Environmental Microbiology.
What we can offer you
- Monthly Accrued Days Off in addition to Annual Leave OR 9 day fortnight in addition to Annual Leave.
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport.
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
What you'll be doing
Responsible for managing the operational activities of the Unit, ensuring service delivery outcomes are met in accordance with agreed key performance indicators and client expectations.
The position also provides scientific leadership in relation to analysis, research, method development and advice to clients, while managing the allocation and expenditure of resources within a NATA accredited Unit.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service? Apply now by addressing the following questions:
- 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
- Proven experience and/or extensive knowledge in analytical techniques, instrumentation, and interpretation of complex technical or scientific matters relevant to the Unit, field or specialty area, in an accredited laboratory or relevant environment.
- Proven leadership and operational management skills and experience, including effectively planning and allocating resources, and promoting a positive workplace culture.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate and contribute to change processes that improve operational service delivery, including reviewing workplace systems, structures and external impacts.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience in the delivery of lectures and presentations to appropriate parties, and form strong stakeholder relationships.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of Quality Control policies, procedures and NATA forensic accreditation criteria and guidelines.
- Demonstrated capacity to adopt and model the NSWHP RITE values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.
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For role related queries or questions contact Christopher Ewers on Christopher.Ewers@health.nsw.gov.au
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases
This is a Category A position. All Category A applicants must read and understand NSW Health Policy Directive PD2024_015 Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Diseases. All recruits must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. All recruits must provide evidence against specified diseases and comply with the requirements of this policy at their own cost prior to appointment.
New to NSW Health Pathology?
The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment.
Talent Pool
If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an eligibility list will be created for future temporary and casual vacancies.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We seek to recruit from diverse applicants and create teams with skills, perspectives and experiences that complement each other at work. We welcome suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, ethnicity, socio-cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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.