• Ongoing, full time position - 80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADO's
• Parkville location with flexible, hybrid working and multiple public transport options available
• (HS2) $66,768 to $73,811.92 base + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave

The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (Peter Mac) is a Victorian public health service and a world-leading comprehensive cancer centre, dedicated to excellence across all spheres of clinical care, research and education. We are home to the largest cancer research enterprise in Australia and provide treatment to around 40,000 people with cancer each year. Welcoming staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences is integral to fostering innovation and compassion, and delivering the best possible cancer care for our patients.

About the team

The Molecular Pathology Laboratory in the Department of Pathology is looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to join our small administration team which supports our molecular diagnostic services. The full-time position presents an exciting opportunity to gain invaluable experience in this rapidly growing field.

About the role

The Molecular Pathology Administrative Team acts as a bridge between internal and external stakeholders, along with support for the medical scientists, laboratory team and leadership team.

A regular day will see you:

• Report Issuing
• Taking phone calls and responding to emails
• Liaising with clinicians, scientists and laboratory staff
• Inbox and meeting management

About you

We are looking for someone who is a strong communicator, able to work independently and act as part of a team.

You’ll bring with you:

• Demonstrable experience in MS Office products, Internet and Outlook
• Database experience
• Demonstrable abilities to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Professional approach to patient pathology service confidentiality
• Appropriate skills in communication

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 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, 17.5% leave loading, monthly ADO’s and purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements

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 require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.

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.

Hiring Manager: Gemma Tombolato

Contact Number: 8559 8474

Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Administrative Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs

For further 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.