Research Jobs at Royal Melbourne Hospital
Step into one of the most impactful research jobs in global life sciences with this Research Technician role at the ACRF Translational Research Laboratory, located within the renowned Royal Melbourne Hospital. This opportunity offers hands-on laboratory experience, exposure to clinical trials, and meaningful contribution to biomarker and translational researchโmaking it ideal for early-career scientists and Jobs for Life Science Graduates seeking growth in a world-class research setting.
About the Royal Melbourne Hospital
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) is one of Australiaโs leading public health and research institutions. Home to world-renowned clinicians, researchers, and scientists, RMH hosts some of the most respected research jobs in the global life science community. Through its partnership with the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre, RMH fosters an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence, supporting the discovery and advancement of life-changing medical solutions.
Job Details
- Job Title: Research Technician
- Service: ACRF Translational Research Laboratory
- Location: Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre / Royal Melbourne Hospital
- Reports To: Senior Scientist, ACRF Translational Research Laboratory
- Classification: HS1
- Employment Status: Part-Time โ 3 days/week (48 hours per fortnight)
- Agreement: Victorian Public Health Sector (Health & Allied Services) EA 2021โ2025
- Immunisation Category: A
- Review Date: January 2025
Position Summary
The ACRF Translational Research Laboratory, established in 2013, supports high-quality translational and biomarker research, primarily in haematology. The lab conducts research using clinically derived samples, focusing on treatment efficacy, clinical outcomes, and improved therapeutic approaches.
The team collaborates widely across medical disciplines, designs and implements correlative research, and supports 25+ active clinical trials involving biobanking and biomarker analysis. The laboratory offers molecular techniques, cell culture, extensive flow cytometry, animal models, and functional drug assays.
The Research Technician plays a key role in processing patient blood and tissue samples collected under ethically approved studies, ensuring accurate sample handling and contributing to downstream research activities.
Key Responsibilities in Research Jobs
Laboratory & Technical Duties
- Process patient samples according to established SOPs
- Maintain sample databases across multiple studies
- Retrieve and manage samples for analysis
- Assist research staff with experiments as directed
- Liaise with clinical trial teams, collaborators, and internal partners
Organizational & Professional Duties
- Work safely and uphold wellbeing for self and others
- Operate within scope of practice; seek guidance when needed
- Participate in mandatory training and ongoing learning
- Engage in performance discussions and accept feedback
- Uphold RMH values, safety culture, and smoke-free policies
- Contribute to organisational initiatives and planning
- Foster a psychologically safe and collaborative work environment
Key Relationships
Internal
- Sample Processing Team
- Research Scientists and Students
- Clinical Research Staff
- Internal Research Collaborators
External
- External Research Collaborators
- Clinical Trial Partners
Key Selection Criteria for Research Jobs
Formal Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science, Biomedicine, Applied Science, or equivalent
Essential
- Commitment to The Melbourne Way (people first, kindness, excellence)
- Experience in Immunology, Haematology, or Oncology
- Experience isolating PBMCs
- Strong record-keeping and computer skills
- Ability to prioritise workload within guidelines
- Strong communication with investigators and research staff
- Experience in translational research settings
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Desirable
- Experience with molecular biology techniques
- Experience performing routine auditing
- Ability to collaborate across multiple labs and institutes
Key Performance Indicators
- Demonstration of RMH values
- Achievement of portfolio-specific KPIs
- Positive annual performance review feedback
- Maintenance of a safe and compliant work environment
