Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer) - Platelet and Thrombosis Research Lab

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time; 24 hours per week up to April 2027

Position Classification: Scientific Officer

Remuneration: $38.52 - $54.94 per hour + Annual leave loading + Superannuation

Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ670909

About the Role

You will be working at Concord Repatriation General Hospital. Concord Repatriation General Hospital has built on its strengths of providing quality health services to returned servicemen and women and local communities, as well as undertaking world class clinical education and research.

The Platelet and Thrombosis Research Laboratory (PTRL) headed by Associate Professor Vivien Chen at the ANZAC Research Institute with close ties to Concord Haematology Department, Concord Hospital is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Officer (up to full-time). The term is part-time temporary Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Officer. The role is for 10 months.

We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to join the PTRL laboratory to deliver a discrete, time limited research project which includes characterising novel variants in inherited platelet disorders.

This project involves multiple modalities of platelet function testing/investigation as well as cell biology, transfection studies, confocal microscopy techniques including ex-vivo thrombus formation models.

The role is suitable experienced platelet biology scientist with a specialised skill set in platelet biology and ex vivo thrombus formation, capable of operating independently and completing the project to a high standard without supervision delays - as evidenced by first and/or senior authorship papers. Optimally, the appointee will be employed at 0.6 FTE in this role, with the remaining 0.4 FTE held as an academic appointment at the University of Sydney, ensuring strong clinical–academic linkage while maintaining clear delineation of responsibilities and funding sources.

About the Platelet and Thrombosis Research Laboratory

The Platelet and Thrombosis Research group investigates mechanisms of clot formation, the biology of platelets and coagulation proteins, and how manipulation of these can be used to influence disease outcome. We use these insights to design translational projects with impact on clinical thrombotic diseases. Our focuses are in developing novel assays of coagulation and platelet function; and investigating the role of procoagulant platelets in health and disease including immune-thrombosis, clots in cancer and cardiovascular disease.

For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• A Degree in Science and/or PhD and equivalent level of experience in the biomedical sciences with Benchtop research experience and a strong background in cell biology. A platelet and vascular biology background would be particularly favoured.

• Experience in flow cytometry.

Benefits and Perks!

• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
• The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym

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This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

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Applications Close: 23 June 2026

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