Scientist - Pathology Services

Monash Women's; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

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Job summary

Monash Health seeks a Grade 1 Medical Scientist (RX1-RX7) on a full-time ongoing basis to work at Monash Medical Centre, Clayton. The role provides supervision under the Anatomical Principal Scientist and collaboration with the histology team.

There is a fixed-term maternity leave position (76hrs F/N + ADO) running until October 2027. You will participate in staff rotations, overtime and on-call rosters, with laboratory hours from 05:00–21:00 on weekdays and 06:00–14:30 Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Experience in routine histology.
• Experience in specialised histology including surgical cut-up, special stains and immunohistochemistry.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with the specimen cut up.
• Embed and section of biopsy material for diagnostic and necropsy specimens.
• Prepare frozen sections for urgent diagnosis.
• Perform routine, special staining and immunohistochemistry techniques using prescribed methodologies and appropriate control procedures.
• Assist at renal biopsy procedure to ensure appropriate tissue sampling.
• Assist with a range of mortuary duties.
• Other duties as directed.

Skills

Routine histology

Special histology

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree (AIMS course)

Graduate membership of AIMS

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Employment Type: Full Time Fixed Term (Parental Leave)

Posting Date: 18 Sept 2026

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About the Department / Program

Monash Health Pathology is an integral part of Monash Health. It is the largest public provider of Pathology services in the state and currently operates 6 laboratories. The largest of these is located at the Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, with additional laboratories located at the Dandenong, Moorabbin, Casey, Victorian Heart Hospital and Wonthaggi Hospitals. There is currently 18 collection locations based within the hospital sites and community settings. Services are provided to the Public and Private sectors, and other laboratory services.

You will be joining Monash Health at an exciting time as we work in partnership with Alfred Health to be the premier shared public pathology service in Victoria. As a member of the pathology team you will be helping shape the direction of the partnership.

About the Role

Join our team as a Grade 1 Medical Scientist (RX1-RX7) on a full time ongoing basis, to work at Monash Medical Centre based at Clayton. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the Anatomical Principal Scientist and working with the broader histology team.

We have a fixed term maternity leave position 76hrs F/N + ADO running until October 2027 .

The successful candidate will be required to participate in staff rotations, overtime and on call & out of hour rosters as directed. Operational hours of the laboratory are 05:00 - 21:00 Monday to Friday and 06:00 - 14:30 Saturday. You must be able to perform tests provided by the unit without supervision (following suitable training) which include:

Perform and assist with the specimen cut up;

Embed and section of biopsy material for diagnostic and necropsy specimens;

Prepare frozen sections for urgent diagnosis;

Perform routine, special staining and immunohistochemistry techniques using prescribed methodologies and appropriate control procedures;

Assist at renal biopsy procedure to insure appropriate tissue sampling;

Assist with a range of mortuary duties;

Other duties as directed.

About You

To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:

Experience in routine histology

Experience in specialised histology including surgical cut-up, special stains and immunohistochemistry

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment

Mandatory requirements of the role - qualifications, licences, memberships,

Bachelor degree from an AIMS (Australian Institute of Medical Science) course

Alternatively, Graduate membership of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists(AIMS)

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Why you will love working with us

Ours is a connected team with strong shared values and an unwavering commitment to excellence. We are a highly skilled, collaborative, and welcoming team where the only limit in your career is you. Upon your appointment, we will provide you with:

A supportive and cohesive sub-team, working within a larger consumer relations team.

Professional development courses, seminars and mentoring.

Opportunities for you to use your experience in the role to inform and drive initiatives within the broader units and programs.

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You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

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