Clinical Courier

About The Team

Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary College in Western Australia, and its

prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to have the

clinical ‘hands-on’ opportunity. It also provides a service to community through its team of

top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital.

The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University

(TAHMU) aims to provide an environment where

high professional and clinical standards, based on available scientific evidence, are tempered

with genuine care and compassion.

Your New Role

The Clinical Courier is responsible for the collection, transportation, and delivery of pathology specimens from various veterinary facilities, clinics, and collection centres to the clinical pathology laboratory (VetLab). This role ensures specimens are handled with care, maintaining integrity and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Your Key responsibilities will include
- Safely collect and transport pathology specimens from designated locations
- Ensure timely delivery of samples to the laboratory while maintaining specimen integrity
- Follow strict protocols for handling and storing biological samples
- Maintain accurate records of collections and deliveries
- Adhere to infection control and biohazard safety procedures
- Communicate effectively with veterinary professionals and laboratory staff
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance checks and report any issues
- Carry out, and assist with, miscellaneous activities as requested

Please refer to the

Position Description

for further details.

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term (2 Years) | Part time (33.75 hours per fortnight) attracts a remuneration of $59k - $60K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze
- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

- Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 8% increase
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options - such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our

benefits and services page



Join us
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Experience in courier services, preferably in healthcare or pathology
- Knowledge of specimen handling and transport regulations

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Janine Simmonds, Senior Clinical Pathology Laboratory Technician quote JR103976 as the reference.

Applications Close on 27th June 2025(11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.