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Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Scientific OffRemuneration: 73,440.82 - 104,751.61 full-time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading, and salary packaging)Hours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ591375Location: WestmeadApplications Close: Midnight on 28 July 2025Sydney Children''s Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric healthcare entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in hospitals and at home with one purpose in mind to help young people live their healthiest lives.What you''ll be doingThe Department provides a range of Cytogenetic/Cytogenomic testing services. The role involves performing cytogenetic, molecular cytogenetic, and molecular genetic investigations using techniques such as tissue culture, chromosome preparation, banding, karyotyping, FISH, QF-PCR, chromosome microarray, and other molecular diagnostic methods. The material tested may be human cells or DNA from blood, bone marrow, pregnancy tissue, solid tumours, other tissues, or archival tissue. Additional techniques include microscopy, digital image capture, and computer-assisted analysis, with potential involvement in tests like Fragile X in the future. The role is suitable for a recent graduate with a relevant biological science degree including genetics subjects.How to ApplyClick Apply Online and submit your application including:A resume (max 5 pages) detailing relevant knowledge, skills, and experienceAnswers to the selection criteria in the Position DescriptionAdditional Benefits (for eligible employees)Salary packaging for tax savingsMeal entertainment savingsAccrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employeesAccess to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fitness PassportFlexible work opportunitiesNeed more information?Click here for the Position DescriptionFind out more about applying for this positionLearn more about The Sydney Childrens Hospitals NetworkAboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up, to assist in preparing your application.Child Safe StandardsSCHN is committed to a child-safe environment, prioritizing the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, and actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Additional InformationApplicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in the Position Description. Please review this document thoroughly.NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments during recruitment and interviews as needed.SCHN values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Employment of temporary visa holders is considered only if no suitable permanent residents or citizens are available after labour market testing. To be eligible for permanent employment, applicants must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency.All workers must meet NSW Healths vaccination and screening requirements before employment.This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC).Overseas qualifications must be assessed for roles requiring formal qualifications.An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.Further Contacts and SupportContact Ingrid Prammer at ingrid.prammer@health.nsw.gov.au for questions about this role.For Aboriginal candidates, contact Wayne Dargan at wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au.Let ingrid.prammer@health.nsw.gov.au know if you require adjustments to the recruitment process.For technical support, call 1300 679 367, select option 3.NSW Health acknowledges the traditional owners of the land and pays respect to Aboriginal communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr