Job Description
Medical Scientist (Grade 3)
Req ID:  5324
Posting Start Date:  02/11/2025
Advertisement End Date:  17/11/2025
Work Location:  The RMH Parkville (City campus)

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Job Description: 

Medical Scientist Grade 3 – Molecular Pathology (Rare Diseases)
The Royal Melbourne Hospital 

 

  • Full Time Fixed Term Role – 12 months
  • 80 hours per fortnight with additional monthly Accured Day Off
  • Salary Packaging

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Medical Scientist (Grade 3) to join the Molecular Genetics Laboratory at the Royal Melbourne Hospital.

In this specialist role, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality molecular diagnostic services, focusing on variant curation and validation of Sanger sequencing assays to support predictive and diagnostic testing for rare genetic diseases.

Working within a NATA-accredited laboratory, you will collaborate with pathologists, bioinformaticians, and translational genomics partners to deliver clinical testing that directly impacts patient care across Victoria.

Your Opportunity:

  • Curate and classify sequence variants using ACMG/AMP guidelines
  • Collaborate with clinical scientists, pathologists, and clinicians on variant interpretation and reporting
  • Design, validate and maintain Sanger sequencing assays for variant confirmation and predictive testing
  • Perform analytical validation and documentation for new and existing molecular assays
  • Ensure compliance with NATA, NPAAC and ISO accreditation standards
  • Contribute to assay development and translational genomics initiatives

About you:
You are a dedicated molecular scientist who demonstrates initiative, precision, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional diagnostic service. You bring:

  • A Bachelor of Science (Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology, or equivalent)
  • At least five years’ post-graduate experience in molecular diagnostics or genetics
  • Expertise in Sanger sequencing workflows
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Desirable:

  • Experience in variant curation and use of curation databases and software
  • Strong understanding of molecular quality systems and accreditation standards
  • Postgraduate qualification in molecular genetics or genomics
  • Experience with predictive testing for rare diseases

Benefits:

  • Be part of a supportive and values-driven workplace culture
  • Career growth opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development
  • Access to Health & Wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Staff Peer Support
  • Salary packaging, on-site car parking, and great public transport access

To view the full position description please click here

Our Commitment:  

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.   

As a leader in healthcare, we dedicated to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation. 

Interested? Don't delay, click apply now! Interviews and recruitment is ongoing and we may close the role earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

If you are looking for a challenging role and can demonstrate the above capabilities, connect with us.
Advertisement Contact (Name and phone):  Bryony Thompson +61 3 9342 7942

The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community.  Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.