Scientist Grade 2

Company description:

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Job description:

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Analyst - Wilson Blood Cancer Genomics (3x Ongoing, Full Time positions available)

• 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs
• Attractive salary packaging options are available

About the team

We are seeking a highly talented and self-motivated medical scientist to join the Wilson Blood Cancer Genomics analysis team within the Molecular Pathology Division of the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Pathology Department. This dynamic team performs data analysis and prepares clinical reports for various blood cancer genomics tests including: targeted DNA and RNA sequencing panels, IGHV somatic hypermutation analysis and NGS-based measurable residual disease assays.

About the role

The successful candidate will have experience with these methods in addition to experience in diagnostic pathology. The role will primarily involve diagnostic reporting and other related activities, including regular participation in result review meetings, ongoing training and education, quality activities and service development.

You'll bring with you:

• BSc or equivalent with specific training and / or experience in molecular diagnostics.
• Professional approach to patient care, service confidentiality and provision of pathology/testing services.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate cooperatively in a team including other scientists, senior scientists, pathologists, genetic counsellors, clinical staff and researchers

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & monthly ADOs
• Flexible, hybrid working practices

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Piers Blombery

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Applications Close: 1 December 2025

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For information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.