• Join the Red Cell Reference team 
• Permanent Part-time opportunity for 19 hours per week
• Melbourne Processing Centre location

Discover life-giving possibilities 
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood. 

About the role: 
We are currently seeking a Red Cell Reference Technician to undertake standardised tasks in the Red Cell Reference laboratory which include, (but not limited to) the following;

• logging donor and patient samples into our electronic LIMS (Laboratory Information and Management Systems) SoftMol,
• maintaining laboratory equipment
• maintaining stock levels of laboratory consumables and reagents
• manufacture of laboratory solutions
• administrative tasks

You will continually look for ways to optimise work processes, actively learning and adapting your approach to achieve great outcomes. You will act with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm and be able to relate openly and comfortably with everyone. You will value interpersonal savvy and self-awareness and reflect on your own strengths and areas for development, making you a valued contributor.

Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for;

• Relevant diploma in a biomedical discipline (or equivalent) - desirable
• Previous experience working in a lab - desirable
• Customer focused with the ability to identify improvement initiatives
• Outstanding team player who supports the achievement of shared goals
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with a collaborative working style

 
This is a permanent part time opportunity working 19 hours per week. 

Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing:

At Lifeblood, we welcome different perspectives and backgrounds, and we are proud to foster an environment where people can come together to achieve their absolute best. That is why we do not believe in one-size-fits-all – especially when it comes to your wellbeing. Every employee is unique and we have developed a range of initiatives to look after the varying needs of all our people.

Next steps: 
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can. We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.

For further details on this position please contact Svet Subotic on ssubotic@redcrossblood.org.au. We will only be accepting applications submitted through the online portal.