Overview
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, with a merger to Bayside Health subject to final approval on 1 January 2026. The Haematology department at the Alfred encompasses Coagulation, Haematology & Morphology, Blood Transfusion, Flow cytometry, Immunology & Allergy support for all units of Alfred Health. APS conducts all pathology testing for multiple hospitals as part of the largest public pathology laboratory network in Victoria.
Position Summary
The Haematology department at the Alfred encompasses Coagulation, Haematology & Morphology, Blood Transfusion, Flow cytometry, Immunology & Allergy support for all units of Alfred health. Grade 1 and 2 Scientists are allocated to, or rotate through, various sections of the laboratory and may need to rotate into the Sandringham laboratory if required. They are responsible for the processing of routine specimens according to established laboratory procedures and issuing of results relevant to these specimens. Their goal is to work as part of a team to achieve high quality work and produce accurate and timely reports.
Responsibilities
- Process routine specimens according to established laboratory procedures.
- Issue results relevant to the specimens in a timely and accurate manner.
- Rotate through sections of the laboratory and may rotate to Sandringham laboratory if required.
- Work as part of a team to achieve high quality work and timely reporting.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent is required.
- Higher qualifications such as M.Sc., or graduate membership or fellowship of any relevant professional body (e.g., AIMS) are highly desirable.
Experience and Skills
- Competence in Flow Cytometry processing, analysis and interpretation.
- Sound knowledge of laboratory haematology, interpretation and its practical applications.
- Sound knowledge of clinical haematology and its practical applications.
- Competence in blood film examination and interpretation.
- Demonstrated organisational and time management skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer proficiency and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Desirable Experience and Skills
- Competence using Kaluza and Infinicyt analysis software.
Employee Considerations
If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know in your cover letter or CV.
Please note: applications received via email will not be accepted.
For enquiries, please contact Steve Schischka, Principal Scientist of Haematology at or or Jocelyn Shackles, Senior Scientist at or.
Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Sunday, 12th October 2025.
Compliance and Diversity
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please contact the listed person.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
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Job Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full time
- Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
Location: The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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