Scientist, Histology

at  Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
Salary: $74,580 - $90,558
Occupation: Science
Reference: VG/FM0107JUNE2024
The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine is Australia’s most comprehensive forensic medical facility. We serve the Victorian community and the whole of the Victorian justice system, especially the courts.
We provide the justice system with evidence to underpin safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors help investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and assess, treat and support victims of crime.
The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues for transplantation and medical research.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit vifm.org/about-us/careers/

If a career that can give you the opportunity to contribute to a safe and just Victoria appeals to you, we look forward to hearing from you.

• Utilise your scientific expertise to provide support and advice to Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
• An Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service
• VPS Grade 3: $74,580 - $90,558 plus superannuation

ABOUT US:

Join our team at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine for a fulfilling career where you can truly be yourself and contribute to a greater cause.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Science, or equivalent (that satisfies entry to the Australian Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists)
• Works Collaboratively
• Organisation and self-management
• Stakeholder management
• Critical thinking.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Play a pivotal role in the day-to-day provision of our Histological Science function and support our effort to provide an invaluable community service. Working in a collegial environment you will enjoy a large degree of autonomy as you perform all technical aspects required in a histology laboratory. You will have opportunity to showcase your interpersonal skills, think critically and apply your problem-solving expertise.
In this role you will be presented with the opportunity to support special projects and research activities and assist in the training of staff and students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform histological tasks
• Maintain equipment, stores and reagents
• Ensure compliance with technical procedures and certification standards
• Support Research Projects.