Laboratory Technician Grade 1 – Anatomical Pathology Nexomics

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YOUR ROLE IN THE FUTURE
Laboratory Technician Grade 1 – Anatomical Pathology - Nexomics

•    Full Time, Fixed Term role until 27th Oct 2026

•    $59, $76, pro-rata) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

About the Team
Nexomics is a dedicated clinical trial division within the Peter MacCallum Pathology Department. We deliver specialised clinical trial testing for internal stakeholders such as PCCTU and Research teams, under NATA ISO15189 and ISO17025 accreditation. In addition, Nexomics provides central lab services for clinical trials for commercial sponsors, CROs and biopharma companies globally.

About the Role
This is a position that would suit a Medical Laboratory Technicians with experience in either anatomical pathology or molecular pathology or clinical immunology/flow cytometry. The purpose of this position is to prepare samples for testing and analysis for departments within Nexomics. Experience in FISH preparation would be highly regarded. 

This role would suit a candidate that enjoys working in a dynamic environment, able to adapt to different department processing requirements, can effectively communicate with co-workers and multi-tasking to ensure that all testing is completed within the appropriate time frames. We provide testing for a number of global clinical trials, so strong written and verbal communication skills are essential when liaising with sponsors. 

A regular day will see you:

•    Providing sample processing services and laboratory testing in the area of anatomical pathology, molecular pathology and clinical immunology

•    Operates and maintain equipment

•    Complies with quality assurance and standard operating procedures

•    Liaise with internal and external stakeholders

About You
We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, communicates effectively with both colleagues and external clients, and demonstrates the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks with confidence and efficiency.

You'll bring with you:

•    Minimum 1 year of experience working in diagnostic anatomical pathology lab

•    Minimum 1 year of experience in anatomical pathology techniques such as microtomy or immunohistochemistry

•    Basic skills in Microsoft Office Suite and IT systems in healthcare setting

•    Strong customer service skills and able to communicate professionally

•    Demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to details and a team player
 

Our Benefits
On offer is a range of rewarding benefits, 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 journey 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 (pro-rata for part time) and 17.5% leave loading

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. 
Should you need assistance to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. 
For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact:
Hiring Manager: Mariam Mohd Fadzil
Phone Number:
Email Address:  

Applications Close: 11:59PM Sunday 9th November 2025

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Position Summary

This is a position that would suit a Medical Laboratory Technicians with experience in either anatomical pathology or molecular pathology or clinical immunology/flow cytometry. The purpose of this position is to prepare samples for testing and analysis for departments within nexomics. Experience in FISH preparation would be highly regarded. 

This role would suit a candidate that enjoys working in a dynamic environment, able to adapt to different department processing requirements, can effectively communicate with co-workers and multi-tasking to ensure that all testing is completed within the appropriate time frames. We provide testing for a number of global clinical trials, so strong written and verbal communication skills are essential when liaising with sponsors. 

Enterprise Agreement

Allied Health Professionals

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 1 (BU1-BU8)

Immunisation Risk Category

Category A: Position involving direct patient contact, potential for exposure to blood, body fluid, human tissue specimens during course of a normal working day

Key Relationships

Internal

• Clinical Trials Operations Manager
• Senior Clinical Trial Scientists (nexomics)
• Clinical Trial technical staff (nexomics)
• Anatomical Pathologists
• Quality Nominees
• Pathology staff within Molecular, AP, CSR, Admin, Haematology, Core lab 
• etc.
• Clinical Trial Coordinators/Administrators
• Business Development team (Nexomics)

External

• External clinicians and clients
• Liaison with Pharma companies in relation to Clinical Trials

Skills

Essential Requirements

• Certificate or Associate Diploma of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory), a Certificate, 
• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Operations or 
• equivalent
• Experience in a research laboratory or diagnostic and/or clinical trial testing.
• Experience in one or more of the following disciplines: FISH preparation, microtomy, cryopreservation, DNA/RNA extraction
• immunohistochemistry, standard Anatomical Pathology techniques. 
• Demonstrable abilities to work effectively within a team.
• Works well under pressure and enjoys diverse portfolio of duties as required by the clinical 
• trial portfolio.
• Demonstrable abilities to multitask and effectively improve processes.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and promptly utilising electronic and other means.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with pathologists, clinicians, other senior scientists and 
• researchers.

Desirable Requirements

• Contribution and experience with validation of assays to NATA specifications.
• Training in GCP and GDP.
• FISH preparation or microtomy experience

Key Accountabilities

1.The provision clinical trial services, 

ensuring turn-around-times are met.

• Providing sample processing services and laboratory testing in the area of anatomical pathology, molecular pathology and clinical immunology/flow cytometry by use of various techniques e.g., FISH preparation, microtomy, cryopreservation, RNA/DNA extraction.
• Demonstrates an understanding of customer service for internal and external 
• customers and a commitment to effectively meeting their needs in a helpful and 
• professional manner.
• Keeps patient information confidential.
• All documentation is completed including procedures, maintenance records and 
• quality assurance procedures according to laboratory, NATA ISO15189 and 
• 17025, GCP, GLP and GDP standards.

2.Operates and maintains laboratory 

equipment as required

• All equipment is operated and maintained in accordance with laboratory manuals 
• and procedures.
• Ensures the maintenance records of laboratory equipment are kept according to 
• laboratory protocols.

3.Uses the laboratory quality system for 

processing and testing of all samples and 

has a basic understanding of the clinical 

implications of laboratory results.

• Ensures the appropriate identification and labelling of specimens and request 
• forms, processing of all specimens for assay or dispatch to other laboratories, 
• data entry of all relevant patient and testing information.
• Contacts the relevant client or other staff when additional information is 
• required, or specimens cannot be processed according to the clinical trial 
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• protocol.
• Is familiar with the internal and external quality control activities within the 
• laboratory and complies with the relevant QC protocols.
• Ensures that all clinical trial/study samples are processed as per the study and/or 
• laboratory manual.
• Seeks the advice of the senior scientific staff to solve any scientific and technical 
• problems in the laboratory.

4.Quality assurance

• Promptly reports procedural breakdowns, errors and incidents by means of the 
• non-conformance reporting system.
• Participates in educational activities including attendance at internal and external 
• training courses, clinical and scientific meetings.
• Maintains and develops own specialised skills.
• Embraces skill extension, innovation, and change.

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

5.Works as part of a team

• Communicates and cooperates with co-workers to ensure work is completed 
• within appropriate timeframes.
• Willingness and flexibility to work across a range of shifts if required, over a 7 day 
• roster, including early shifts, late shifts and weekend work.

6.Helps maintain external client base 

• Cooperates with and assists external clients, under the guidance of their 
• supervisor.
• Participate in any audits, site qualification visits and monitoring visits as required

7.Ethical Conduct

• Acts in accordance with institution ethical guidelines and those established by 
• relevant bodies.
• Patient confidentiality and privacy is protected

8.Work is performed safely

• Ensures that all work practices are safe and conform to institution OH&S 
• guidelines and standards

9.Professional approach to work

• Acts in accordance with institution policies in all matters

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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.

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