Clinical Geneticist

Role Type: 12-month part time contract (15.2 hours per week)

Salary: Competitive salary (commensurate to experience) plus superannuation plus salary packaging benefits

The opportunity:

VCGS is seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Geneticist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team in a part time capacity. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering world-class clinical genetics services across Melbourne, regional Victoria, and interstate locations.

The successful candidate will provide expert clinical care across paediatric and adult settings, contribute to genomic medicine initiatives and clinical research, and play an active role in teaching and supervision of trainees and genetic counsellors.

Your responsibilities include:

As a Clinical Geneticist at VCGS, you will:

Conduct two clinical sessions per week, including regional outreach as needed.

Provide expert supervision and mentorship to Associate Genetic Counsellors, Clinical Fellows, and students.

Contribute to pre- and post-clinic meetings to ensure optimal patient care.

Maintain up-to-date medical genetics knowledge through active participation in education and training programs.

Collaborate closely with VCGS laboratories, with a focus on genomics and test development.

Participate in teaching programs for medical students, physician trainees, and genetic counselling students.

Contribute to clinical research, representing VCGS at national and international scientific meetings

What we need from you:

You are a collaborative and compassionate clinician with:

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (or equivalent).

Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) with advanced training in Clinical Genetics, or equivalent.

Current AHPRA medical registration.

Demonstrated expertise in paediatric and adult clinical genetics and applied genomic medicine.

A commitment to teaching, mentorship, and continuous professional development.

Questions? Please reach out to Melody Menezes at

What's in it for you?

Benefit from salary packaging, including entertainment and novated leases

Part-time role (15.2 hours per week) – ideal for work–life balance

Opportunity to work with a leading national genetics service

Diverse clinical experience across paediatric, adult, and regional settings

Engage in cutting-edge genomic medicine and research collaboration

Teaching and supervision opportunities with trainees and counsellors

Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team

Contribution to policy, advocacy, and strategic initiatives in genetics

Inclusive and family-friendly workplace that values diversity, equity, and wellbeing

Who we are

The Victorian Clinical Genetics Service (VCGS), a not-for-profit subsidiary of the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), offers integrated genetic testing, diagnostics, and counselling globally. Our experts collaborate closely to ensure accurate interpretation of complex genetic tests. VCGS is actively involved in driving translational research, policy development, and fostering an inclusive and positive working environment that values diversity and prioritises equal opportunities for all. We are dedicated to developing our staff and creating a culture centred on respect and continuous learning.

We are committed to the safety of children and young people and takes a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse, exploitation and harm. Child safety is prioritised in our decision-making at all levels of the Institute.

Join Us

At VCGS, you'll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where clinical care, research, and innovation intersect. You'll have opportunities to influence the future of genetic and genomic medicine while supporting patients and families across Australia.

If you believe this role is a good fit for you, please apply by submitting:

Your resume

A cover letter addressing the selection criteria

Ensure these documents are combined into a single PDF file.

We welcome individuals of diverse genders, ages, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, abilities, religions, and sexual orientations in our workplace. We actively encourage talented individuals from all walks of life to apply for our job openings. Our commitment lies in fostering a workplace that is barrier-free and inclusive, aiming to attract the most skilled candidates.

For any questions related to the recruitment process, feel free to reach out to our Recruitment team at Ensure that you include the position number and job title in the subject line. Please refrain from sharing your application to this email address.

Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

No recruitment agencies please.

Position Description

Applications close: 1 December 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight time