Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL).

Medical Scientist, Virus Identification Laboratory.

Part Time, Fixed Term.

A part-time (0.4 EFT) position is available for a recently qualified scientist (B.Sc, B.App Sci or equivalent) in the above laboratory.  The vacancy is within the Virus identification laboratory within VIDRL located at the Doherty Institute. The position involves the handling and processing of infectious material in a diagnostic setting to detect a large range of viruses of clinical importance to humans.  Molecular skills such as nucleic acid extraction and PCR would be highly regarded.  In this role, excellent organisation, communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Why Melbourne Health?
Melbourne Health is a values based organisation. A career with us is a rewarding experience, offering great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement. We also offer:
•    Salary Packaging
•    Reward & Recognition Programs
•    Comprehensive  Health & Wellbeing Programs including; staff gym, staff health service, peer support program and EAP
•    Discounted Staff Parking

At Melbourne Health we are committed to Aboriginal employment and encourage all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Karreeta (grow) Yirramboi (tomorrow). We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Melbourne Health is an award winning health care service and is Victoria’s second largest public health service. We provide comprehensive acute, sub-acute, general, specialist medical and mental health services through both inpatient and community based facilities through the following services: The Royal Melbourne Hospital – City Campus, The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Royal Park Campus, NorthWestern Mental Health, RMH Kidney Care Service and Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory.
 
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police records check. Successful applicants will be required to provide a record of Immune Status to vaccine preventable diseases or evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.  

Applicants should submit a covering letter and CV with contact details of 2 referees.  Applications close within 1 week. Enquiries to Dr Julian Druce on 9342 9623