Microbiologist

The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine is Australia’s most comprehensive forensic medical facility. We serve the Victorian community and the whole of the Victorian justice system, especially the courts.

We provide the justice system with evidence to underpin safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors help investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and assess, treat and support victims of crime.

The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues for transplantation and medical research.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

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

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit vifm.org/

If a career that can give you the opportunity to contribute to a safe and just Victoria appeals to you, we look forward to hearing from you.

Location: 58 Moore Street, Southbank

Play a pivotal role in tissue donation and be rewarded by the positive contribution that your efforts make to our community.

• VPS 3 (Rates increase by 3% on 1 May 2025)
• Part Time – Ongoing (0.8 FTE)
• Weekday Work

About Us

The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) provides world-leading independent forensic medical and scientific expertise to the justice system, tissue for transplantation and conducts teaching and research in forensic medicine and science. The VIFM provides the justice system with the crucial evidence that underpins safe convictions and appropriate acquittals. Our doctors and scientists investigate deaths reported to the Coroner, examine alleged offenders and medically assess and support victims of crime.

The Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria (DTBV) supports patients and their families by providing safe tissues to medical specialists and Victorian hospitals for transplantation and medical research.

Our medical and scientific staff members undertake research that directly contributes to public health and safety and the just working of our legal system. By contributing to the professional development and education of forensic pathologists, physicians, and scientists, we ensure a high standard of forensic medical services for Victoria and provide critical support for our healthcare and justice systems.

Join our team at the Donor Tissue Bank of Victoria/Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine, where you can truly be yourself as part of a trusted and innovative leader in global forensic medicine and science.

About the Role

Whether working on a collaborative task or independently you will feel well supported by a small team of diverse yet like-minded professionals. You will experience variety in your tasks and enjoy the challenge of a fast-paced work environment.

This is a truly clinical role whereby you will work in a TGA and NATA accredited laboratory and undertake benchwork for a multitude of sample types. As well as reading culture plates and identify organisms.

Key Responsibilities

• Receipting and processing specimens
• Testing tissue and autopsy samples for infectious agents
• Quality control, maintaining and calibrating equipment
• Ensuring compliance with Code of Good Manufacturing Practice
• Adherence to policies and the Therapeutic Goods Administration guidelines

About You

You are a personable and highly motivated microbiologist who is adaptable and comfortable in an environment with minimal automation. You thrive in a small team setting, are flexible in your approach and highly committed to continuous improvement and the provision of service excellence.

Key Qualifications and Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Analytical
• Highly organised
• Bachelor of Science with major in Microbiology

What we offer

Working at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) will give you rewarding experiences and the opportunity to do extraordinary work. You will enjoy:

• An employee assistance program (EAP)
• Peer support programs
• WHEREFIT memberships
• Annual influenza vaccination program
• 12% discount on health insurance through HCF
• Gender Affirmation Leave
• Rehabilitation Program Leave
• Cultural and Ceremonial Leave
• Study Leave
• Social Club Membership
• Flexible Work
• Reproductive Health and Wellbeing Leave
• Myki and V/Line Commuter Club
• Novated Leasing

Working at VIFM is more than just a job;it's personal. We are dedicated to making a difference and believe in the strength of our diverse team and vibrant culture. Our commitment extends to our people, customers, and community, operating responsibly and ethically.

Join us to lead, inspire, and shape the future of forensic medicine in a culture that values creativity, embraces new ideas, and fosters inclusivity and collaboration.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please submit your CV, a Cover Letter and separate document addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description.

Our Recruitment Process

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, national police checks and misconduct screening. Dependent on the role, other checks may include VicRoads checks, drivers license checks, Working with Children Checks, and Declaration of Private Interests (for executive and responsible officer roles).

If you feel comfortable, please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or require an alternative format to any of the application material upon application, so we can make any adjustments required to support you throughout our recruitment process.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT:

The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.

Applications close Thursday 1 May 2025 at 11.59PM