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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week up to October 2026Position Classification: Scientific OfficerRemuneration: $1,407.48 - $2,007.56 per week + annual leave loading + 11.5% SuperannuationLocation: Royal Prince Alfred HospitalRequisition ID: REQ577070 About the RoleYou will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. It is one of the nations most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.The Institute of Precision Medicine & Bioinformatics at Sydney Local Health District is seeking a Hospital Scientist to join a team in testing actionable mutations in solid tumours and supporting precision cancer treatment. The team includes Specialists, Scientists, and technicians. The service utilises a range of genomic testing technologies to identify driver mutations in solid tumours. The Scientist should be experienced in FFPE DNA testing. Additional duties include participation in other laboratory-based initiatives to promote precision medicine within Sydney Local Health District.Applicants for this position must have a thorough and practical understanding of DNA genomic testing, excellent communication skills and demonstrated leadership in laboratory science. They should be able to work individually as well as part of a team. An understanding of working in a NATA accredited medical testing environment would be desirable. The successful applicant will be responsible for delivering laboratory activities that comply with operational procedures, quality standards and continual process improvement. Experience in FFPE-based testing and in silico annotation would be considered an important skill for this position.For more information, please view the Position Description.Ideal CandidateBachelor or higher degree in Science/Biomedical Science or an equivalent qualification from arecognised tertiary institution.Display initiative, problem solving and analytical skills including an ability to apply established principlesin a DNA genomics laboratory environment.Prior laboratory-based experience with genomic analytic platforms including next generation sequencing.Has experience and knowledge with FFPE-based testing and in silico annotation.Benefits and Perks!Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney EducationAccess to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their familiesBecause we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD BenefitThis recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW HealthThis is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015) .SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards .For more information about SLHD please visit Working With UsTo further connect with us, check us out on LinkedInFor enquiries, please contact Cindy Wong via email at hiu.wong@health.nsw.gov.au.Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!Applications Close: 6 June 2025For Applicant Support and Information, visit Applicant Information #J-18808-Ljbffr