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Medical Scientist
Req ID: 7934
Posting Start Date: 21/07/2026
Advertisement End Date: 18/08/2026
Work Location: The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity

Contribute to public health surveillance that informs disease prevention and response at The Royal Melbourne Hospital, one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Job Description:
Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory

Medical Scientist – Grade 1

Why Join RMH?

Join the Parkville Precinct and collaborate with a team of brilliant thinkers
Identify and characterise enteric viruses using virus culture and molecular techniques.
Contribute to public health surveillance that informs disease prevention and response.

About the role

Join the Enteric Virus Reference Laboratory at the Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL), part of the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity.

In this role, you will support diagnostic testing and surveillance of enteric viruses of public health significance, contributing to work that informs public health responses across Victoria, Australia and internationally.

Working within a collaborative, specialist laboratory, you will undertake virus culture and molecular testing while supporting the day-to-day operations of the laboratory.

This includes maintaining laboratory stores, consumables, databases and inventories, as well as monitoring quality systems to ensure compliance with NATA, OGTR and DAFF requirements. As part of a World Health Organization-accredited Polio Regional Reference Laboratory, you will contribute to high-quality diagnostic and reference services that have a meaningful public health impact.

Key Accountabilities

Perform diagnostic testing of clinical and environmental specimens for enteric viruses of public health significance.
Characterise enteric viruses using virus culture, RT-PCR/RT-qPCR and DNA sequencing techniques.
Maintain laboratory databases, equipment, reagents and inventory to support daily operations.
Ensure compliance with quality systems, biosafety requirements and relevant regulatory standards.
Contribute to public health surveillance through accurate testing and reporting.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality reference laboratory services.

About You

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Applied Science, Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent
Excellent organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
Self-motivated and prepared to work independently and as part of a team
Laboratory experience, preferably in virus culture and molecular biology
Experience working in a regulatory environment such as compliance with NATA accreditation (Desirable)

Benefits of Working at RMH

Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

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

Name and Contact: Bruce Thorley 9342 9607

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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