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Medical Laboratory Technician

Science & Technology

Posted 28/05/2026
Closes 11/06/2026

East Melbourne, 3002, Melbourne, Victoria

Part time

Not specified

Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL)

The Doherty Institute 

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Be part of a World Class Research Institute
  • Join the Parkville Precinct and collaborate with a team of brilliant thinkers
  • Part Time Fixed Term (O.6EFT) for 12 months  

Your new team

The Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (VIDRL) is a leading Australian infectious diseases reference laboratory located in Melbourne, Victoria. VIDRL is part of the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity (the Doherty) a joint venture between the Royal Melbourne Hospital and the University of Melbourne.

Your success in this role, will be in your ability to

  • Processing of primary samples for routine culture and microscopy
  • Processing of routine samples for molecular assays
  • Assist with the receipt of laboratory consumables
  • Other duties as may be directed from time to time

Your Contribution

  • Experience in basic laboratory techniques
  • Experience working in a diagnostic laboratory
  • Experience in handling infectious materials
  • Experience with the use of an autoclave

Benefits of working at RMH:

  • Salary packaging options, earn up to $12,000 tax free earnings!
  • 5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADO’s for full-time employees
  • Discounted gyms and health centre access with Fitness Passport
  • Fantastic learning and development opportunities

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Interested? Click on the apply button!

Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence as applications are received.

Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

For a confidential discussion please connect via the details below.

Primary Contact: Maria Globan, 9342 9617

Alternative Contact: Caroline Lavender, 9342 9617

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Applications open to:

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