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Join to apply for the Medical Scientist - Grade 1 role at The Royal Children''s Hospital1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Medical Scientist - Grade 1 role at The Royal Children''s HospitalThe HospitalThe Royal Childrens Hospitals (RCH) Vision is A world where all kids thrive.The HospitalThe Royal Childrens Hospitals (RCH) Vision is A world where all kids thrive.RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Childrens Campus, partnering with Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Childrens 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 RoleThis is a fixed term, full time parental leave replacement position until 30/6/2026, working 24/7 rotating shift and 9 days a fortnight within the RWH Core Laboratory. You will be responsible for performance of duties in all areas of our multi-disciplinary Core Laboratory (Haematology, Blood Bank, Biochemistry and Specimen Reception) to provide an efficient, caring and professional diagnostic service. You are required to participate in the 24/7 shift roster and on-call roster, and will also be required to work at The Royal Children''s Hospital.What Youll AchievePerform and report diagnostic laboratory tests following techinques and procedures documented in laboratory manuals and the Quality System Standard (ISO 15189-2013)Contribute to consistently meeting benchmark Turn Around Times (TAT) established for the laboratoryPerform maintenance and quality control testing of Haematology, Blood bank and Biochemistry equipmentClassification for this position will range from RX2 to RX7.Your Skills And ExperienceBachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) or Bachelor of Science or equivalent is mandatory. Where equivalent includes a degree awarded by an overseas tertiary institution which is recognised by the National Office of Overseas Skills Recognition, which in the case of Medical Scientists is the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (AIMS)Experience in a multidiscipline diagnostic pathology laboratory, with experience in at least two of the three disciplines of Blood Banking, Haematology and BiochemsitryMajor in Haematology /Blood Bank is highly desirableDemonstrated relevant technical skills and knowledge and ability to work autonomously as well as part of a teamKnowledge of ISO15189 and its application to medical testing is advantageousIf this sounds like you, click here to view the position description.About The RWH Core LaboratoryWe are a NATA accrediated branch Laboratory of RCH Laboratory Services that provides 24/7 essential pathology services to The Women''s Hospital.What We OfferSalary Packaging Increase your take home pay!Employee Assistance ProgramStaff immunisationParkville location and close to public transportProfessional development and special eventsCulture of continuous improvementOther RequirementsCurrent National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtainValid Working with Children CheckCompliance with RCHs Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases procedureApplication processTo 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 Carmen Muzzolini, RWH Core Laboratory Senior Scientist Ph: 03 8345 2559 Email: Carmen.muzzolini@rch.org.auWhy 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 vaccinated against 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 Childrens 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 Childrens Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemptionAre you ready to join our team?Apply online by clicking on the Apply buttonApplications close 5 August 2025Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information TechnologyIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Royal Children''s Hospital by 2xGet notified about new Medical Researcher jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Parkville, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoFellow - Dermatology Clinical and Trials - 2026Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoLevel A or Level B Research Fellow, PsychiatryMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoFellow - Acute General Surgery Unit (AGSU) - 2026Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoClayton, Victoria, Australia 22 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 year agoResearch Fellow, Clinician in Eating DisordersMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$85,555.00-A$116,094.00 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoFootscray, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMedical Scientist One Day - Senior ResearcherParkville, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMedical Scientist - Microbiology (Grade 1)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMedical Scientist - Microbiology (Grade 1)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMedical Affairs (Field MSL) - Oncology - NationalSenior Research Fellow (Clinical Trials Lead)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoSouth Yarra, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 8 hours agoResearch Fellowship in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy (including AI)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoLead Paediatric Clinical Teaching FellowMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$85,555.00-A$116,094.00 2 weeks ago2026 Paediatric Surgery Research RegistrarWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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