Posted:
3/31/2026, 12:24:24 PM
Location(s):
Victoria, Australia ⋅ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Permanent Full-time position (on-call participation required)
Haematology laboratory
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Excellent benefits including salary packaging
Fitzroy location
Work for one of Australia’s leading hospital groups
About the Role
In this medical scientist role, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality pathology services within Special Haematology, working at the forefront of specialised diagnostics. Under the guidance of Senior Scientists, you will gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of advance techniques, including Cellular Therapy, Flow Cytometry, Haemoglobinopathy and Molecular Haematology testing. This is a rare opportunity to develop highly sought-after technical expertise across multiple specialised disciplines.
Classifications for this position will range from classification range RX2 – RY7 ($68,244.8 - $106,906.8 per annum)
Duties
Participate in cellular therapy activities including collection, processing, storage, transport, infusion, discard and documentation.
Participates in flow cytometry testing including setup, performance, analysis and reporting.
Participates in haemoglobinopathy/thalassaemia testing including set up, performance, analysis and reporting.
Participates in molecular haematology testing including set up, performance, analysis and reporting.
Participates in all relevant clinical trial activities.
Other duties as directed by the Senior Scientist in charge and the Principal Scientist of Haematology, including but not limited to participation in General Haematology testing and workflow.
Your Contribution (Qualifications, Skills and Experience)
Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Applied Science or equivalent qualification
Minimum 2 years’ experience in Flow Cytometry.
Experience in Cellular Therapy, Haemoglobinopathy and Molecular Haematology testing desirable; training will be provided for suitable candidates.
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
What we Offer
Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
Employee Assistance Program
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Staff Health Centre
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Career development & advancement encouraged
Culture of continuous improvement
A healthy work/life balance encouraged. Full time employment comes with a monthly Accrued Day Off (additional day off per month!)
About Haematology
St Vincent's Pathology is committed to the provision of a comprehensive, high-quality diagnostic and consultative pathology service for St Vincent's campuses, GPs and medical specialists in the Melbourne area.
Pathology services are centralised at SVH Fitzroy in Patient Services Building
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations)
Review the following documents:JR126746_Position Description Scientist Gr 1 - Special Haematology - October 2022.pdf
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan
Website: https://svhs.org.au/
Headquarter Location: Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 1001-5000
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Education ⋅ Health Care