Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Snr Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: 121581.81 - 128898.29 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ690735
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 10 September 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Melinda Gray on
[email protected]
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
The Senior Hospital Scientist – In Charge of Section is responsible for the leadership, management and operational oversight of the Sleep Laboratory, ensuring the provision of safe, high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred diagnostic and therapeutic sleep services for infants, children and adolescents with sleep-related and chronic respiratory disorders.
The position provides professional, scientific and operational leadership to scientific, technical and support staff and is accountable for the effective management of laboratory operations, clinical service delivery and associated service logistics. The Senior Hospital Scientist – In Charge of Section is responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, NSW Health policies, accreditation requirements and quality management systems, while maintaining the operational, financial and clinical effectiveness of the service.
The role is responsible for workforce planning, supervision and performance management of staff, resource and budget management, implementation of quality improvement initiatives, risk management, and the achievement of agreed service objectives and key performance indicators. The position contributes to strategic service planning, service development, innovation, education and research, supporting continuous improvement and excellence in patient care and laboratory service delivery.
Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
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Tertiary qualifications of at least a bachelor's degree in science/biomedical science or relevant field or an equivalent recognized qualification relevant to Sleep Laboratory Science or relevant specialty.
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Extensive experience in clinical sleep science including advanced polysomnography and respiratory sleep diagnostics, with demonstrated expertise in the analysis and interpretation of complex diagnostic and therapeutic sleep studies in accordance with AASM guidelines. Demonstrated ability to provide expert scientific advice and consultation to clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to support high quality patient care.
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Demonstrated leadership and operational management experience within a clinical laboratory or healthcare environment, including workforce leadership, budget and resource management, service planning and the delivery of safe, efficient and sustainable laboratory services
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Advanced knowledge and demonstrated experience in the use of laboratory information systems, clinical data management, digital health technologies, and electronic Quality Management Systems, with the ability to leverage these systems to support efficient, and high-quality laboratory operations.
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Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining quality improvement initiatives risk management frameworks, policies, professional standards, and accreditation requirements with a sound understanding of the relevant legislative and regulatory and governance frameworks applicable to healthcare and diagnostic laboratory practice.
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Demonstrated commitment to research, education and evidence-based practice, including experience in staff education and training, participation in research and quality improvement activities, and fostering ongoing professional development within the team.
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Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex scientific and clinical information clearly and effectively, provide expert advice, and promote understanding of policies, procedures and service expectations among patients, families, carers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
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Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clinicians, laboratory staff, equipment suppliers, and external service providers, supported by highly developed negotiation, influencing, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the 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.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
[email protected]
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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