Job Description
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: $112,40+.34 - $11+,173.77 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ544147
Applications Close: Monday, 27 January 2026
Location: Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital
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What You'll Be Doing
The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
The NSW Tissue Banks, governed by the NSW Organ and Tissue Donation Service (OTDS), is responsible for coordinating the referral, consent and retrieval of eye, musculoskeletal, skin and cardiovascular tissue from deceased donors and amnion and femoral heads from living donors in NSW in accordance with the NSW Human Tissue Act.
Key functions of the tissue donor coordinator role includes: rostered and on-call availability to conduct deceased donor identification, assessment and consent, support for families of potential and actual donors; participation in retrieval and manufacturing processes as required; allocation and distribution of tissue for transplantation; implementation and management of protocols for tissue donation in accordance with NSW legislation and regulations set by the Therapeutic Goods Administration; liaison with hospital based NSW OTDS staff; education of health professionals and the community; data collection, analysis and reporting; and, leading research projects related to tissue donation and transplantation
Benefits
Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $+K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
A science based degree which includes human physiology and/or anatomy subjects;
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision;
Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrated experience in developing liaison and working relationships with colleagues at all levels, consumer groups, community members, as well as suppliers of services and products;
Previous experience in a healthcare setting with experience of the application of quality improvement and risk management principles working in a cGMP environment
Demonstrated competence with standard computer applications and ability to become proficient in new computer applications;
An understanding of the regulatory and legislative frameworks/requirements for eye and tissue donation, processing and banking in NSW/Australia;
Current unrestricted NSW drivers licence
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Pierre Georges on [email protected]
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, ****** orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
Position Classification: Senior Hospital Scientist I/C of Section
Remuneration: $112,40+.34 - $11+,173.77 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ544147
Applications Close: Monday, 27 January 2026
Location: Sydney Hospital and Sydney Eye Hospital
y.
What You'll Be Doing
The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
The NSW Tissue Banks, governed by the NSW Organ and Tissue Donation Service (OTDS), is responsible for coordinating the referral, consent and retrieval of eye, musculoskeletal, skin and cardiovascular tissue from deceased donors and amnion and femoral heads from living donors in NSW in accordance with the NSW Human Tissue Act.
Key functions of the tissue donor coordinator role includes: rostered and on-call availability to conduct deceased donor identification, assessment and consent, support for families of potential and actual donors; participation in retrieval and manufacturing processes as required; allocation and distribution of tissue for transplantation; implementation and management of protocols for tissue donation in accordance with NSW legislation and regulations set by the Therapeutic Goods Administration; liaison with hospital based NSW OTDS staff; education of health professionals and the community; data collection, analysis and reporting; and, leading research projects related to tissue donation and transplantation
Benefits
Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $+K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
A science based degree which includes human physiology and/or anatomy subjects;
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision;
Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Demonstrated experience in developing liaison and working relationships with colleagues at all levels, consumer groups, community members, as well as suppliers of services and products;
Previous experience in a healthcare setting with experience of the application of quality improvement and risk management principles working in a cGMP environment
Demonstrated competence with standard computer applications and ability to become proficient in new computer applications;
An understanding of the regulatory and legislative frameworks/requirements for eye and tissue donation, processing and banking in NSW/Australia;
Current unrestricted NSW drivers licence
Need more information?
Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Pierre Georges on [email protected]
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email [email protected] and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information For Applicants
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, ****** orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ([email protected]) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Tissue Donor Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
