The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Medical Laboratory Scientist Grade 1
The Royal Melbourne Hospital
Melbourne Health Pathology Service, Biochemistry Laboratory

• Full time, Fixed term - September 2025 – July 2026 
• Salary Packaging Available
• Work Life balance

The Royal Melbourne is one of Victoria’s largest hospitals providing a comprehensive range of health services including acute, sub-acute, general, and specialist medical services throughout inpatient and community based facilities. We are also a proud part of the world renowned Melbourne Biomedical Precinct, working in collaboration to advance research for continuous improvement of clinical care.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our scientific team. This is a full time, fixed term position to work in our biochemistry and/or Immunology laboratory. 

 Your Opportunity:

• Perform a variety of biochemical analyses using both automated and manual methods.
• Undertake other related duties as required.
• Participate in our rotational 24/7 shift roster.

 About You:

• A bachelor’s degree in science or in applied science, or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience in a tertiary hospital or private Biochemistry an/or Immunology laboratory is desirable.
• Commitment to customer focused service.
• Capacity to perform under pressure, to meet time constraints and determine work priorities.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent communication and team work based skills.

 Benefits of working at RMH:

• 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

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The RMH is 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.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can support a team making a real impact in patients’ lives — we want to hear from you!

Apply now – interviews will commence as soon as suitable applicants are received.
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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.

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.