Medical Scientist, (MeS1/2) Molecular Diagnostic Genomics - Talent Pool

• Salary: MeS1/2 - $68,478.00- $108,809.00p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Contracted Role up to 12 months 

As the Medical Scientist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic services through the application of advanced scientific knowledge and growing professional expertise. You will perform a range of standard professional tasks with a high level of competence, drawing on your specialised understanding of the discipline to support accurate testing, analysis and reporting. Your work will involve applying specialist scientific judgement to both established and emerging methodologies, ensuring that diagnostic procedures are performed to the highest standard.

In this dynamic and increasingly complex environment, you will provide professional services to a diverse client base, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement within the laboratory. You will also support quality management processes, including the validation of Quality Control activities at a supervisory level under direction from management. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise, contribute to reliable diagnostic outcomes and be part of a committed scientific team.

You are an experienced and adaptable medical scientist who brings strong technical expertise, sound professional judgement and a commitment to delivering high-quality diagnostic services. With the ability to work under limited supervision, support teamwork and maintain accuracy under pressure, you take pride in producing reliable laboratory results and contributing to a culture of excellence, safety and continuous improvement.

Statewide Clinical Support Services (SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. 

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position. 

Amy Brunato

Telephone: 82223438

Email: amy.brunato@sa.gov.au

11:55 pm Wednesday 30 November 2026

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Advertised: 28 Nov 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time
Applications close: 30 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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