You are applying for the position of Laboratory Technician - Molecular Screening Program for company SVI.
Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position.This position is located in: NRL - Notting Hill The role NRL has established a new laboratory (in addition to its primary site at Fitzroy) in Notting Hill to perform high-throughput molecular screening.
This service stream is responsible for screening up to 40,000 samples weekly.We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to join this new site and be responsible for performing laboratory related activities for high throughput Molecular testing, including the operation of automation, documentation preparation, consumable stocktake and ordering, sample pooling, testing, labelling, aliquoting, receipting, processing of inbound/outbound shipments and result generation.Whilst the primary place of work will be at the Notting Hill site, there may be occasions where the incumbent may need to attend NRL's primary site in Fitzroy as directed.
The role will be hired on an initial 12-month contract with a view to permanency.For full details of the job responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description.
Who we are seeking Our ideal candidate will have:Minimum of a certificate or diploma in laboratory technology or relevant laboratory experience Highly desirable experience Experience in an automated laboratory environmentExperience in a Molecular Biology laboratoryExperience in operation of cobas 5800/6800, cobas p512, Hamilton Star liquid handlerExperience in receiving and processing of laboratory specimensExperience working in a team environmentExperience in maintenance of laboratory equipmentExperience in using laboratory information management systems or relevant computer skills Personal Attributes Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalAdvanced analytical and problem-solving skillsOrganised, thorough and consideredConfidence in working autonomously and applying sound decision making, but able to exercise appropriate judgement and seek advice and support as appropriateAble to troubleshoot unfamiliar scenarios or unexpected results, and apply critical thinking and common sense to a response and resolutionTo be considered for this role, you shall be required to provide evidence you have permanent working rights in Australia or hold a relevant working visa with full working rights.
Salary Range Salary Range: $62,019.95 - $64,527.96 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
In addition, we offer up to $15,900 FBT exempt salary packaging and up to $2,650 FBT exempt meals and entertainment packaging.
The salary applied will be dependent on the successful candidates' current level, experience, and qualifications.
Position Description Please click on the link at the end of this page to be taken to our recruitment portal, where you can download a copy of the position description To apply Applications must be made through our recruitment portal.
Please proceed to the form at the end of the page to commence your application and ensure you include the below documents:Current CVCover letter addressing the selection criteria under the "Qualifications, skills & experience" heading of the position description Applications Close Applications Close: COB Friday 12 September 2025However, applications will be considered as they arrive, and the position may be filled ahead of the closing date.
Further information Further information: Tony Field, Senior Medical Scientist.
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