Medical Scientist Grade 1-Microbiology

The Hospital:

The Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.

RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries. The RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards. RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.

For further Information on RCH is available here.

About the Role:

This is a part time position (0.5FTE) fixed term till 18.03.2025 within the Bacteriology Laboratory. The Bacteriology Laboratory currently operates 0700-2400 seven days a week. You are responsisble for performing routine diagnostic microbiological testing. Duties will include rotating roster covering all shifts including public holidays and on call.

What You'll Achieve:

• Perform routine and specialised microbiological diagnostic tests, including validation and reporting
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on instrumentation
• Attend, participate in and successfully complete training provided by the department and the hospital
• Ensure all duties are carried out according to standard operating procedures and laboratory policies
• Work in a team environment with respect for other members of the team to achieve service goals

Classification for this postion will range from Grade 1 Year 1- Grade 1 Year 7 (RX1-RX7).

Your Skills and Experience:

• Hold a Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science or equivalent, where equivalent includes a degree awarded by an overseas tertiary instituion which is recognised by the Federal Department of Education and Training
• Qualify for professional scientist membership of Australian Institute of Medical Scientists or the Australian Society for Microbiology
• Major in Microbiology is desirable
• Experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory is advantageous and in particular in  paediatric and or obstetrics/gynecology

If this sounds like you, click here to view the position description.

About the Department:

The Microbiology Laboratories, within the Department of Laboratory Services, provide comprehensive, high quality diagnostic microbiological services to both the Royal Children's and the Royal Women's Hospital.  The Microbiology Laboratories consist of bacteriology, serology and molecular microbiology employing more than 40 staff.

What we Offer:

• Discounted on-site car parking
• Employee Assistance Program

Other Requirements:

• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
• Valid Working with Children Check
• Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure

Application Process:
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately, we encourage you to apply promptly!
For more information about this position please contact Gena Gonis Principal Scientist Ph:03 9345 6341 Email: gena.gonis@rch.org.au 

Why work at the RCH?

RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.

We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.

The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital.  Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information. It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption.

Are you ready to join our team? 

 Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” button

Applications close 25 November 2024