S&TS Scientist

• Join our vibrant Scientific & Technical Services Team
• Fixed Term Full-Time - 76.00 hours per fortnight until June 2027
• Salary between $100K to $115K + Super + Salary Packaging and more
• Brisbane Processing Cntr, Kelvin Grove

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About The Role

We are currently seeking Scientist to join our Scientific & Technical Services team (S&TS) team at Brisbane Processing Centre. As an S&TS Scientist you will provide scientific services, support and problem solving to the regional manufacturing team to enable the delivery of production and work outcomes.

The role functions across a number of Lifeblood’s operational divisions, working with both internal and external customers, with a primary focus on supporting the Manufacturing & Logistics teams. It delivers scientific expertise, problem solving, technical know-how, and a high level of customer service, to ensure operational goals are met.

You will also provide advice and scientific knowledge to investigate and manage test anomalies, equipment faults and deviations which may fall outside of routine operation procedures. The S&TS Scientist role may also be required to support the implementation of both local and national projects, providing a link between project teams and regional production teams.

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Bachelor of Science in (Biomedical Science or a related discipline), or registration with the Australian Institute of Medical and Clinical Scientists (AIMS) for internationally qualified applicants
• Experience with lean manufacturing processes
• Experience with operations in a regulated production environment adhering to the principles of GMP and GLP and NPAAC guidelines.
• Demonstrated commitment to deliver outcomes to required standards
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with a collaborative working style
• A strong customer focus with the ability to identify improvement initiatives
• An outstanding team player who supports the achievement of shared goals
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and problem-solving skills

The is a Fixed-term full-time opportunity- 38 hours a week. S&TS department in Brisbane currently operates Monday – Friday and there will be a requirement to satisfy a work roster between 6AM – 6PM with on call hours.

Benefits And Wellbeing

We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.

In Addition To Being a Part Of An Organisation That Is The Heartbeat Of The Nation, You Will Have Access To The Following

• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
• 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
• Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
• Plus, many more!

Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW!

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Rashmi Malhotra via [email protected].

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This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.