Medical Scientist, Cytology

• Remuneration
  : “Negotiable” is not acceptable
• Status
  :
  Full time
• Application contact
  :
  Andy Dinan
• Email
  : a.dinan.au

Applications close: 17 March 2026

The Anatomical Pathology Unit is located at The New Footscray Hospital campus. The Unit comprises of Histopathology and Cytopathology. The role requires the incumbent to work primarily in the Cytology section applying a broad range of Cytological techniques This position will require rotations to the Prahran laboratory, especially for training and continuous professional development purposes. The role will require participation in a rotating roster, Monday to Friday between the hours of 06:30 to 18:00 hours.

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine with a major in Cytology (or recognised equivalent) is required. A Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) from an Australian or New Zealand University is preferred.
• Specific post‑graduate qualifications in cytopathology such as CTASC and/or CTIAC or verifiable progression towards such qualifications.

• Previous work history in a diagnostic cytopathology laboratory.
• Previous experience in non‑gynaecological cytology specimen preparation.
• Previous experience with primary screening of non‑gynaecological cytology.
• Able to communicate well
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Computer proficiency and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Class C Drivers licence and willingness to travel to the various WH and Prahran sites as needed.
• Experience in ROSE of radiological guided FNA, EUS‑FNA and EBUS‑TBNA.
• Experience with liquid‑based cytology practices.
• Experience with method development or research related activities

This position reports to Supervising Scientist and Laboratory Manager and is scheduled to commence on 1 April 2026