Laboratory Assistant

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• 12-month fixed term position
• Full time (76 hours per fortnight)
• Medical Scientists Grade 1, Year 1-7 (RX1-RX7)
• Located at The Alfred
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

The Medical Oncology Unit provides coordinated multidisciplinary management for adult patients with malignancies. An important component of this care is the Clinical Trial and Research activities we participate in, which enable us to offer forthcoming investigational treatments to our patients. 

The Role

This position supports the large clinical trials team, ensuring they are conducted safely, ethically and in compliance with Good Clinical Practice according to regulatory requirements. Assisting with general administrative work that pertains to Medical Oncology trials, you will be required to process biological specimens including the collection, receipt, storage, documentation and tracking of samples.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Tertiary degree in Medical Laboratory Science or biomedical science
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Excellent computer skills and ability to set up and manage new technology with external vendors
• Ability to prioritise workload within established policies, guidelines and procedures

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
• Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership
• Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Micheleine Uhe, Clinical Research Manager - M.Uhe@alfred.org.au

Applications close 11pm AEST, Tuesday 30th June 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.