Laboratory Scientist

4 weeks ago


City of Melbourne, Australia Advanced Personnel Management Full time

Overview

You are applying for the position of Laboratory Scientist (Proteomics and Microbiology) at Burnet Institute. Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position.

This position is located in: Melbourne

In this role you will support the activities of a project focused on establishing a proteomics pipeline for biomarker discovery and characterising biological mechanisms. You will work closely with a research officer, contribute to the development and optimisation of laboratory protocols, and process clinical samples for mass spectrometry analysis. You will also assist with microbiology assays including culturing of bacteria under anaerobic conditions and performing characterisation assays.

Responsibilities

- Assist with the development of optimal sample processing methods for (meta)proteomics
- Process, store and analyse clinical samples from clinical studies
- Prepare samples for analysis at service labs (e.g. Bio21, Monash)
- Support laboratory management including SOPs, risk assessments, equipment maintenance, and ordering reagents
- Contribute to project management, reporting, and documentation
- Assist with the development of workflows for proteomics data analysis
- Support preparation of research outputs, including presentations and manuscripts
- Complete required training in line with the role

Refer to the attached position description for full details. This is a 12-month, part-time fixed term (0.8 FTE) position. You will have flexible working hours as well as 1 day per week working from home option.

What we/'re looking for

The following criteria are essential requirements:

- B.Sc. (Honours) in biochemistry, microbiology or a related discipline
- Minimum 1 year experience in (meta)proteomics analysis
- Experience in processing and analysis of clinical samples

The following are preferable but not essential:

- Bioinformatics skills for proteomics data analysis, including data processing and statistics
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Adaptability to changing timelines and work plans
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

The Burnet experience

We want you to have a successful and meaningful career at Burnet and are committed to providing a supportive workplace environment for all our people. You will be part of a collaborative culture where progressive leadership, innovation, respect, and excellence are valued. Join a team of talented individuals who are passionate about what they do - achieving a more equitable world through better health.

Benefits

- A monthly accrued day off for full-time staff
- Additional long service leave - 17.3 weeks (minimum is 8.67) at 10 years of service
- Study leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous salary packaging
- Opportunities for career and professional development

Who are we?

Burnet Institute is a leading Australian, unaligned, not-for-profit organisation passionate about social justice, equality and evidence-based research. With more than 400 staff and students, we work across cutting-edge research and projects to address some of the most relevant global health issues, including Disease Elimination, Health Security and Pandemic Preparedness, and Women/'s, Children/'s and Adolescents/' Health. We are headquartered in Melbourne, with offices in Papua New Guinea and Myanmar, and active programs across Australia, Asia-Pacific and Africa. Burnet is the only unaligned organisation in Australia with dual accreditation from both NHMRC and DFAT.

Bring your whole self to work

At Burnet, we foster a diverse and inclusive culture. We want our people to feel like they belong and are free to be themselves at work. We have an active Gender Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (GEDI) Council and hold an Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award from SAGE. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing careers@burnet.edu.au .

Apply below and attach the following documents:

- Resume
- Academic Transcripts

Applications close at 11:59pm AEST on Wednesday, 08 October 2025.

As part of our commitment to gender equity, we have included a question in the application process on gender. This will allow us to monitor and report on gender in relation to our recruitment process.

Burnet is a child safe organisation. The successful applicant will be required to apply for a National Police Check and/or Working with Children Check. Current Australian working rights are required for all applicants.

#J-18808-Ljbffr



  • Melbourne VIC, Australia Alfred Health Full time $63,000 - $106,000 per year

    Multiple Permanent Roles Available: Full Time - 80 hrs per f/n (1 EFT)Located at the New Footscray HospitalMaximise your take home salary with salary packaging and novated leasingAlfred HealthAlfred 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...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Burnet Institute Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    The OpportunityAn exciting opportunity is available for a Laboratory Scientist (Proteomics and Microbiology) to join the Global Women's and Newborn's Health team in MelbourneIn this role you will support the activities of a project focused on establishing a proteomics pipeline for biomarker discovery and characterising biological mechanisms. You will work...


  • City of Melbourne, Australia Melbourne Pathology Full time

    Position: Grade 2 Scientist Position type: Full-time (Evening shift) Location: Collingwood Melbourne Pathology is one of Victoria’s largest diagnostic pathology laboratories, committed to providing high quality healthcare throughout metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria and interstate. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Grade 2 Scientist to...


  • Melbourne, Australia Alfred Health Full time

    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, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health...

  • Medical Scientist

    2 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Government Full time $63,674 - $78,977 per year

    OverviewWork Type: Fixed-term - Full-timeSalary: $63,674 - $78,977Grade: Grade not specifiedOccupation: Health and allied healthLocation: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbsReference: 13580About the RoleThis is a Fixed term Fulltime position at 76 hours per fortnght to cover Sabbatical for 12 months within the department of Laboratory Services in The...


  • Randwick City Council, Australia Southern NSW Local Health District Full time

    Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Embryologist Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Temporary Full Time up to September 2026 with potential availability of ongoing employment. Position Classification: Senior Scientific Officer. Remuneration: $112,409.34 – $147,542.73 per annum plus superannuation. Hours Per Week: 38. Location: Prince of Wales...

  • Medical Scientist

    2 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Children's Hospital Full time

    The Hospital:The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.RCH has cared for the children and young people...

  • Medical Scientist

    2 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia theroyalch Full time

    The Hospital:The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation. RCH has cared for the children and young people...

  • Medical Scientist

    2 days ago


    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia St Vincent's Health Australia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Job Description:Permanent Full-Time positionChallenging and rewarding work environmentFitzroy locationAbout the RoleYou will be responsible, with the assistance of Pathologists, Principal Scientist and the Grade 3 scientist Automated Chemistry, for the performance of assays in the automated area so that they produce accurate, high quality and timely results...


  • Melbourne VIC, Australia Alfred Health Full time $63,000 - $106,000 per year

    Permanent Opportunity, Full Time - 80 hrs per f/n (1 EFT)Located at The Alfred, in PrahranMaximise your take home salary with salary packaging and novated leasingAlfred HealthAlfred 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...