Sleep Scientist - Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Classification: Health Professional Level 2 (PN 31211)

Salary: $91,026 - $108,691 (Plus 12.5% Super)

Location: The Canberra Hospital, Garran ACT

Section: Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine

Closing Date: 12th July 2026

What Can We Offer You

Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.

Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.

Flexible working conditions.

Access to Employee Assistance Program.

Access to onsite Physiotherapists.

Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop.

Up to $12K reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates. (subject to review and approval)

About The Role

Are you an experienced Sleep Scientist looking for a new opportunity?

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified Sleep Scientist to join the Department’s Allied Health team, working a combination of day, evening and overnight shifts. This position requires subject matter expertise and the ability to work autonomously to conduct routine, and assist in complex, polysomnography and positive airway pressure therapy management according to procedures and published standards. The role includes supporting management of the service, involvement in the provision of education and training to staff and students. The role requires participation in, and contribution to, continual professional development of the Sleep Scientist group.

Within CHS, the sleep science profession is part of the Clinical Measurement Science (CMS) disciplines. The CMS disciplines are cardiac, neurophysiology, respiratory and sleep sciences. Scientific staff employed across CMS work under a collective vision Clinical Measurement Science professionals deliver compassionate service through collaboration and excellence.

We are seeking someone who demonstrates high-level interpersonal, emotional intelligence, and communication skills. Someone who can demonstrate the ability to apply specialist knowledge and technical skills, with strong organisational skills and a high degree of drive and resilience.

For more information regarding the position duties click here for Position Description.

Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.

Current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.

Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.

To Apply

Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Response to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description.

All applications must be accompanied by a Response to Selection Criteria.

• Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position***

Guidance on Job Application

The following resources are available to assist with your Job Application.

How to Apply

Response to Selection Criteria Template (applications that do not include an RSC will be considered as incomplete)

To view the benefits of joining our organisation, please click here .

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website .

Our Vision : creating exceptional health care together

Our Role : to be a health service that is trusted by our community

Our Values : Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The new state-of-the-art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory’s history, delivers cutting-edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Johanna Kok on (02) 5124 2806 or at ***email_hidden*** .

Salary Range

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