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Medical Scientist – Malignant Hyperthermia Diagnostic Unit (MHDU)
The Royal Melbourne Hospital 

• Full Time Ongoing Position
• 80 hours per fortnight
• Be part of the Anaesthesia and Pain Management department

An exciting opportunity exists for a Medical Scientist to join the Malignant Hyperthermia Diagnostic Unit (MHDU) within the Department of Anaesthesia and Pain Management. The MHDU provides specialised diagnostic services and expert advice to individuals and clinicians across Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania who may be at risk of Malignant Hyperthermia.

In this role, you will perform in-vitro contracture testing for MH diagnosis, contribute to quality assurance and laboratory accreditation activities, and support clinical research initiatives within the department.

Your New Role

• Perform diagnostic in-vitro contracture testing for Malignant Hyperthermia
• Maintain laboratory records, databases and stock control
• Participate in quality assurance programs, including EMHG accreditation requirements
• Act as a key point of contact for external referrals and triage to appropriate clinicians
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement activities and clinical research
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across RMH and external MH services

About You

You are a motivated and detail-oriented scientist who thrives in a specialised diagnostic environment and is keen to develop expertise in a rare but critical field of medicine.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor of Science (Hons), Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons) or equivalent (Masters or PhD desirable)
• Strong laboratory skills and understanding of scientific methodology
• Well-developed communication and problem-solving skills
• Competency with databases, spreadsheets and electronic medical records
• A willingness to learn and contribute to research and quality initiatives

Experience in excitable tissue physiology, genetic testing or a hospital diagnostic setting will be highly regarded.

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

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Please note, recruitment is ongoing, with interviews commencing as soon as suitable applications are received. Advertising may cease prior to the closing date.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

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 recognise the need 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.