Laboratory Technician

Role Type: 12 months Full time contract
Salary: $65,612 p.a plus super

Location: Parkville

• Integral role in ensuring accurate and timely results: Handling sample receipt, processing, and analysis.
• Contribution to method development, research and quality management activities: Enhancing laboratory processes and ensuring high standards of quality control.
• Opportunity for versatile laboratory work: Support both Newborn Bloodspot Screening and Metabolic Laboratories.

The opportunity:

The Laboratory Technician may work across both the Newborn Bloodspot Screening Laboratory and the Metabolic

Laboratory of the Biochemical Genetics Division. This position provides technical support for the performance of daily tasks associated with providing accurate and timely results. This will encompass all aspects of the total testing process from sample receipt, processing and analysis (but not result validation and reporting results). The incumbent will also support method development, ongoing laboratory process improvements, laboratory organisation and the organisation of quality management activities such as internal quality control and external quality assurance.
What's in it for you?

• Unrivalled opportunity to join a reputable organisation
• Be part of a team who are passionate about making a difference
• Work in a supportive and energetic environment with our growing team
• Opportunity to grow and develop within the role
• Ongoing career development and training
• Make an impact and contribute to Australia's largest child health research institute
• We value our employees, which is why we offer a health and wellbeing program including free access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Be involved in multiple internal committees and contribute to the cultural success of the organization
• Maximise your pay through salary packaging including entertainment and novated leases
• Enjoy flexible working options

Your responsibilities include:

• Providing of real-time services to meet internal and external stakeholder needs
• Supporting of the overall quality of the laboratory including routine tasks and checks, filing, reagent preparation, maintain all laboratory records and the safety of the laboratory.
• Maintaining laboratory stock inventory, equipment records and organise preventative maintenance to ensure the smooth running of the laboratory
• Preparing samples for testing, laboratory reagents and solutions

What we need from you:

• Diploma (Medical Laboratory) or equivalent
• Understanding of specimen reception and patient information
• Experience with routine pathology laboratory practices and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high-quality work output while managing competing priorities

Please click Apply for further information and viewing of the position description. Any specific questions related to this position should be directed to A/Prof Ronda Greaves at ronda.greaves@vcgs.org.au

To be considered, applicants should submit:

• Cover letter addressing ‘what we need from you' via the position description

• Resume

Who we are

The Victorian Clinical Genetics Service (VCGS), a not-for-profit subsidiary of the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), offers integrated genetic testing, diagnostics, and counselling globally. Our experts collaborate closely to ensure accurate interpretation of complex genetic tests. VCGS is actively involved in driving translational research, policy development, and fostering an inclusive and positive working environment that values diversity and prioritizes equal opportunities for all. We are dedicated to developing our staff and creating a culture centred on respect and continuous learning.
Join us!
We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at recruitment@mcri.edu.au. Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Applications close: Tuesday 16 April 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight time