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Medical Scientist Grade 1/2
Req ID: 7320
Posting Start Date: 17/06/2026
Advertisement End Date: 02/06/2026
Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus)

Be part of strengthening the scope, scale and reach of pathology services across the Parkville precinct,

Job Description:
Medical Scientist Grade 1/2 – Molecular Genetics

Why Join RMH?

Be part of strengthening the scope, scale and reach of pathology services across the Parkville precinct,
Join the new centre of excellence, led by Melbourne Health

About the Role

As a Junior Medical Scientist within the Molecular Genetics Laboratory you will have the opportunity to work in a leading molecular diagnostics environment. The role is part of a significant Victorian public pathology transformation that will unite pathology services from the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, the Royal Women’s Hospital, and the Royal Children’s Hospital into a single network led by Melbourne Health.

As part of this new centre of excellence, you will contribute to advancing pathology services across the Parkville precinct, supporting improved healthcare outcomes for Victorians through a more integrated, collaborative, and innovative pathology service.

Key Accountabilities

Handling of biological specimens & referrals
Conduct various molecular assays (e.g. DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, Sanger sequencing, massively parallel sequencing)
Assay development and validation
Quality activities
Curation of genetic variants to determine their impact in human disease

About You

A Bachelor of Science (Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology, or equivalent)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Commitment to delivering a patient focused service
Demonstrated effective & clear written and oral communication skills while working in a team
Ability to prioritise tasks to meet reporting deadlines

Desirable

Experience in Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) assays & gel electrophoresis
Experience in handling Pathology approved clinical trial work
Experience in using a Pathology Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Experience in using a Pathology Quality Management System (QMS)

Benefits of Working at RMH

Competitive salary and conditions
Access to learning, development, and career pathways
Flexible work options (where applicable)
Wellbeing programs and employee benefits
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in public healthcare

Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

Interested?

Click here to view the full position description

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Name and Contact: Bryony Thompson 03 9342 7942

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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