Veterinary Laboratory Scientist

Posted:
12/22/2025, 2:29:29 PM

Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

The IDEXX laboratory team are currently seeking a motivated Veterinary Laboratory Scientist to join our laboratory in a part time role. Working in our Melbourne location based in Mount Waverley. As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you – as the successful hire, will ensure the provision of high-quality, efficient, effective, and timely diagnostic testing services for the IDEXX Reference Laboratories. You will apply professional knowledge in blood science investigations, exercising professional judgement in interpretation, verification, laboratory analyses, tests and validation of the results.

You as a Scientist will ensure that IDEXX Reference Laboratories operate at the highest level of accuracy by performing, supervising, and acting upon quality control procedures – setting up instruments, and preparing, running, interpreting, and releasing results while troubleshooting performance, in compliance with NATA and ISO accreditation/certification requirements.

What You’ll Bring

  • A Bachelor of Medical Science/or equivalent degree.

  • Experience working in one or more of the following in a diagnostics laboratory: Haematology, Biochemistry, Endocrinology, Urinalysis and Parasitology.

  • An understanding of IANZ and ISO 17025, 9001 standards

  • The ability to be work within the hours of 4 am and 7pm Monday to Saturday

  • Experience in operating efficiently and effectively to meet tight turnaround times in a commercial lab environment

  • Passion for providing exceptional customer service.

  • Attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

  • People leadership skills, or an interest in leading a team is highly desired

  • Commitment to our IDEXX values, diligent attention to our Quality system and Health & Safety policies/procedures.

What can we offer?

  • Supportive Culture: Be part of a team that values growth, collaboration, and innovation

  • Impact: Help veterinary professionals deliver better care through cutting-edge diagnostics

  • Learning & development opportunities

  • Competitive annual bonus scheme and compensation review

  • Reward and Recognition Program

  • Enhanced bereavement leave for family and pets

  • Free wellness programs and health reimbursements

  • Discounts on pet products and diagnostic testing

  • Tenure recognition with bonus payments and extra leave

  • Paid volunteer days and charity support through our One IDEXX program

Why IDEXX

We’re proud of the work we do because it matters. As a global leader in diagnostics and innovation, we help keep pets healthy, ensure safe water, and support sustainable farming. With customers in over 175 countries and a team of 10,000+ people, we’re united by a shared purpose and a culture that values learning, respect, and impact.

Let’s pursue what matters — together.

IDEXX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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