Clinical Scientist

Clinical Scientist - Diagnostic Genetics Team New Zealands leading hospital laboratory Based in Auckland City Hospital Permanent, Full-time position About the role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Clinical Scientist to join our Diagnostic Genetics team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with NZs largest and highly specialised hospital-based laboratory service. As a Clinical Scientist, you will play a key role in the delivery, development and innovation of genomic diagnostic services, working alongside the Consultant Clinical Scientist, pathologists, and senior laboratory staff. You will: Provide specialist clinical interpretation and advisory services to clinicians Contribute to service delivery including variant interpretation and classification (ACMG/AMP), including SNVs and CNVs, with clinical report authorisation Design, validate, and implement new genomic assays and technologies Support delivery of a high-quality ISO15189-accredited service Contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions and clinical decision‑making Participate in strategic service development, quality improvement, and research activities Provide teaching, training, and mentorship to scientific staff and trainees The successful candidate will be expected to provide technical and clinical support to different sections of the Diagnostic Genetics department and have experience in both cytogenetic and molecular analyses. LabPLUS is New Zealands largest tertiary referral laboratory, providing a comprehensive diagnostic genetics service using advanced cytogenetic and molecular technologies. Molecular diagnostics across diverse disease areas Chromosomal microarray and cytogenetic analysis Prenatal, postnatal, and cancer genomics testing For further information please contact Mark Greenslade, Consultant Clinical Scientist, Diagnostic Genetics on 09 3074949 ext 24330 or email [email protected]. About you To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and attributes: Qualified as a Clinical Scientist and have at least 5 years experience Fellowship of the RCPath or RCPA preferred or at least part 1 FRCPath or FFSc (RCPA) Eligibility for registration with the Medical Sciences Council of New Zealand (MSCNZ) and current APC Strong experience in variant interpretation and clinical reporting A methodical and organised approach to work with a keen focus on accuracy and data quality. Experience with assay development and introduction of new tests is preferable. Good knowledge of the ISO15189:2022 standards. Flexibility to suit the service demands with the ability to prioritise and deliver to deadlines. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job details Job Reference: ADHB24571 Location: North Island – Auckland – Central Auckland #J-18808-Ljbffr