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Join to apply for the Sydney Genome Diagnostics (Cytogenetics) - Hospital Scientific Officer - REQ591375 role at Sydney Children''s Hospitals NetworkJoin to apply for the Sydney Genome Diagnostics (Cytogenetics) - Hospital Scientific Officer - REQ591375 role at Sydney Children''s Hospitals NetworkEmployment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Scientific OffRemuneration: 73440.82 - 104751.61 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 health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes 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 purpose of the role is to perform cytogenetic, molecular cytogenetic and/or molecular genetic investigations employing a variety of techniques, including tissue culture, chromosome preparation, banding, karyotyping, fluorescent in-situ hybridisation (FISH), QF-PCR, chromosome microarray, and/or other molecular diagnostic techniques. The source of material used for testing may be human cells or DNA from blood, bone marrow, pregnancy tissue, solid tumour, other human tissues, or formalin fixed archival tissue. Additional techniques will include bright- and fluorescent microscopy, automated digital image capture and computer-assisted karyotype analysis, with scope for potential involvement in other molecular diagnostic tests in the longer term; e.g. Fragile X testing. The role would suit a recent graduate with a relevant biological science degree including subjects in genetics.How to ApplyClick Apply Online And Submit Your Application IncludingAresumedetailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)Answers 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 Practice OpportunitiesNeed more information?Click here for thePosition DescriptionFind out more aboutapplyingfor 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 dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards.We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.Additional InformationApplicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing.Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.All workers must meet NSW Healths vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Childrens Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Childrens Guardian WebsiteFor roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.Eligibility List An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.Further Contacts and SupportPlease contact Ingrid Prammer on ingrid.prammer@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Childrens Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHNs Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact Wayne Dargan on wayne.dargan@health.nsw.gov.au.Please let ingrid.prammer@health.nsw.gov.au know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.Find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sydney Children''s Hospitals Network by 2xGet notified about new Sydney Genome Diagnostics (Cytogenetics) - Hospital Scientific Officer - REQ591375 jobs in Westmead, New South Wales, Australia.Zetland, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoLidcombe, New South Wales, Australia 7 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoResearch Assistant (Hospital Scientist) - ANZAC Research InstituteSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoResearch Assistant (Hospital Scientist) - ANZAC Research InstituteConcord, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoResearch Assistant - Skin Cancer Screening ProgramBaulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia $61,500.00-$70,000.00 3 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoResearch Assistant (Inclusive Education)North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoAboriginal Identified Research Assistant - REQ589326Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoPostdoc and PhD Positions in Polymer and Materials Science at University of SydneyPostdoc Research Associate Pathogen Genomics and BioinformaticsWestmead, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoNorth Ryde, New South Wales, Australia A$123,000.00-A$123,000.00 2 weeks agoPostdoctoral Research Associate in Fusion Materials Design and CharacterisationSydney, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoSenior Project Officer - Threatened Species AssessmentHarris Park, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoNeurophysiology Surgical Scientist - REQ573699Westmead, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoAboriginal Identified Research Assistant - REQ589326Postdoctoral Research Associate Public HealthSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoPostdoctoral Fellow - Justice and Electricity TransmissionClient Services Officer Scientific Services | SydneySydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoPostdoctoral Research Associate - Wiring Australian CitiesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoPostdoctoral Research Associate - Wiring Australian CitiesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$113,400.00-A$114,400.00 3 days agoPostdoc RA in Decision Support System in Managing Water AssetsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoPostdoc RA Spray Atomization and Combustion of E-FuelsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoPostdoctoral Fellow Atomic-scale modelling of hydrogen embrittlementSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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