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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technician Grade 1 – Anatomical Pathology

Location: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne (On-Site)

Employment Type: Casual (until April 2027) - up to 40 Hours per Week, working shifts between the hours of 5am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician to join our Anatomical Pathology team. This role plays a pivotal part in preparing human tissue samples for histological diagnosis, contributing directly to high-quality cancer care.

As part of our dedicated pathology team, you will gain experience across a wide range of techniques, including:

• Embedding, microtomy, and handout

• Assisting in the Cut-Up Room

• Molecular pathology

• Frozen section preparation

• Cytology preparation

• Special staining techniques

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cooperative environment

• Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• A strong communicator and effective team player

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay

• Discounted health insurance and eye care

• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program

• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists

• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces

• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.

We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Darrin Siiankoski

Contact Number: 03 8559 7397

Email: Darrin.Siiankoski@petermac.org

Applications Close: 11:59pm Thursday 6 August 2026