Hospital Scientist

A Hospital Scientist conducts laboratory tests and research to support the diagnosis and treatment of patients. You might work in hospital laboratories, research institutions, or medical facilities. Hospital Scientists focus on analysing samples, such as blood or tissue, to detect diseases, monitor health conditions, and develop medical treatments. You’ll prepare and perform various tests using specialised equipment and ensure accurate and timely results to aid healthcare professionals.

Hospital Scientists play a crucial role in patient care. You’ll need to be detail-oriented and possess strong analytical skills. You’ll collaborate with medical staff and other scientists to ensure the accuracy of test results and contribute to the overall health and well-being of patients.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $85,540
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a hospital scientist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $36,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cytologist Hospital Scientist Microbiologist
Medical Laboratory Scientist Histotechnologist Laboratory Manager Medical Laboratory Technician Cardiac Technologist Medical Technologist Pathologist
+ 7 more
MSL50122

Diploma of Laboratory Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 48 months
$0 - $28,934
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Laboratory Attendant Laboratory Technician Forensic Science Technician
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+ 23 more

Bachelor of Medical Science
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $28,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Researcher Hospital Scientist Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Researcher Medical Scientist Orthoptist Optometrist Embryologist Anaesthetist Surgeon Dermatologist Psychiatrist Paediatrician Cardiologist Radiation Therapist Neurophysiologist Clinical Physiologist Anatomist Clinical Researcher Medical Science Liaison IVF Specialist Cardiac Scientist Career Medical Officer (CMO) Gynaecologist Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician
+ 23 more

Bachelor of Biomedical Science
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $97,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biomedical Scientist Biotechnologist Medical Researcher
Medical Scientist Biomedical Technician Pharmaceutical Sales Representative Medical Practitioner Clinical Physiologist Clinical Researcher Medical Science Liaison IVF Specialist Cardiac Scientist Histotechnologist Career Medical Officer (CMO) Clinical Research Associate Bioinformatics Scientist Forensic Consultant Medicinal Chemist Cytologist Genetic Counsellor Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician Hospital Scientist Molecular Biologist Nanoscientist Clinical Research Manager
+ 23 more

Bachelor of Science (Microbiology and Immunology)
On Campus
3 years
$23,565 - $27,401
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pharmaceutical Scientist Biomedical Researcher Immunologist
Microbiologist Biotechnologist Research and Development Chemist Molecular Geneticist Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician Hospital Scientist Molecular Biologist
+ 8 more

Master of Laboratory Medicine
Blended, On Campus
24 months
$0 - $69,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Medical Researcher Medical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician
Hospital Scientist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Medical Researcher Medical Laboratory Scientist Clinical Laboratory Technician Hospital Scientist + 1 more
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Further reading

A Beginner's Guide to Laboratory Technician Training in Australia

7th February 2025)

What can you do with a Certificate III in Pathology Collection?

4th November 2021)

A Complete Guide to Becoming a Clinical Facilitator

21st October 2024)

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