ABOUT US

National Serology Reference Laboratory (NRL) is a global leader in the science of quality for infectious disease testing. As a division of St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research (SVI), NRL works with laboratories, healthcare providers and public health organisations in more than 70 countries to ensure testing results are accurate, reliable and consistent. Through its quality assurance programs, evaluation services, specialised testing, training and consultancy, NRL plays a critical role in supporting high-quality infectious disease testing and improving health outcomes worldwide.

NRL operates from the St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne campus in Fitzroy and a molecular donor screening laboratory in Notting Hill. Its operations are internationally recognised for their scientific and technical expertise, including designations as a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre and WHO In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) Prequalification Evaluation Laboratory. Through research, innovation and collaboration, NRL continues to advance the quality and performance of infectious disease testing.

THE ROLE

NRL are recruiting an experienced Senior Quality Associate on a full time, fixed term basis (3 years) to provide support to the Quality and Regulatory Affairs team.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide quality knowledge and deliver quality objectives and activities related to the infectious disease functions and activities undertaken within NRL. The incumbent will assist in maintaining the NRL Quality Management System (QMS), execute QMS activities, provide quality support in the translation of assays and other new work into routine operations and maintain compliance with industry legislation, codes,



standards and guidelines to ensure ongoing regulatory registration, accreditation and certification.

The scientist appointed at this level will be scientifically, technically and quality experienced and capable of critical data and information analysis to enable informed decisions related to the QMS and the quality aspects of NRL activities and technical projects including but not limited to cGMP, ISO15189 and ISO17043. The role will also involve training NRL staff in QMS processes and requirements and providing expert advice to internal stakeholders on quality related matters.

Please refer to the attached position description for a full description of the key responsibilities.

WHO WE ARE SEEKING The ideal candidate for the role will have:

- Tertiary qualifications in Medical Science, Biological Science or a related discipline.
- Experience working in a scientific laboratory, preferably within infectious diseases and/or serology.
- Experience in a quality or scientific role, ideally involving the maintenance of laboratory accreditation, quality management systems or regulatory compliance.
- Knowledge and practical experience applying relevant standards, including ISO 15189, ISO 17043, ISO 20387, ISO 13485 and/or TGA cGMP requirements.
- Understanding of laboratory quality control procedures and relevant standards.




- Experience using electronic quality management systems (highly desirable), with Smartsheet experience also highly regarded.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Excel and Word.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Solid planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities.
- Ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgement and apply critical thinking to troubleshoot issues and respond to unexpected results.

To be considered for this role, you will need to hold permanent or temporary rights to work full time in Australia for duration of the appointment. The successful candidate will also be asked to supply a nationally coordinated criminal history clearance before commencing.

Salary: $108,360 - 122,771 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. Salary applied will be dependent upon successful candidates' current level, experience and qualifications. In addition to your base salary, we offer up to $15,900 FBT exempt salary packaging and up to $2,650 FBT exempt meals and entertainment packaging.

To apply: Applications must be made through Seek or our recruitment portal (Myrecruit). Please ensure you include the following below documents for your application to be considered:

- 1.Current CV and;

- 2.Cover letter clearly describing your interest in the role and how your experience fits with the criteria under 'Who we are seeking'.

Applications Close 11 December 2026; however, applications will be considered as they arrive, and the position may be filled ahead of the closing date.

📌 Senior Quality Associate (Fitzroy)
🏢 St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research
📍 Fitzroy