Careers at VIFM
The Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine’s greatest and most valued asset is its highly skilled and committed workforce. VIFM offers a supportive and diverse culture where staff can learn and grow in a variety of specialist medical, scientific, technical, research and administrative fields.
Current Vacancies
Position Number: FM1961
Classification/VPS Grade: VPS 2
Employment Status: Full-Time, Fixed-Term
Position Reports to: Senior Scientist, Toxicology
Position Description (PDF): FM1961 – Technical Officer Toxicology
Queries about the role to: Human Resources Tel: 03 9684 4444
Closing date for applications: 02 March 2012
Specialist Forensic Photographer
Position Number: FM1693
Classification/VPS Grade: VPS 4
Employment Status: Full-time, ongoing
Position Reports to: Manager, Technology Services
Position Description (PDF): FM1693 – Specialist Forensic Photographer
Queries about the role to: Human Resources, Tel: 03 9684 4444
Closing date for applications:02 March 2012
Forensic Nurse Network Coordinator
Position Number: FM1890
Classification/VPS Grade: VPS 5
Employment Status: Full-Time/Part-Time, Fixed Term – 3 Years
Position Reports to: Head, Clinical Forensic Medicine
Position Description (PDF): FM1890 – Forensic Nurse Network Coordinator
Queries about the role to: Human Resources, Tel: 03 9684 4444
Closing date for applications: 02 March 2012
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Applicants are encouraged to speak to the contact person listed under each career opportunity if you are seeking further information about a position.
For any general enquiries about working at VIFM, please contact one of our Human Resources & Organisational Development Consultants:
Email: jobs@vifm.org
Phone: +61 3 9684 4342
Facsimile: +61 3 9682 7353
Mail:
Human Resources & Organisational Development
Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine
57-83 Kavanagh Street, Southbank, VIC 3006
Why Work at VIFM?
We aim to provide a work environment that fosters learning and development, health & well-being, fair treatment and the ability to balance work, life and family commitments.
Employees have access to a range of benefits including:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Equal Opportunity Program
- Family friendly environment
- Flexible working arrangements
- Health & Well-being activities
- Induction Program
- Performance & Development Program
- Pre-natal/Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Recognition & Achievement Awards Program
- Social Club
- Study Assistance
We are an equal opportunity employer and our workplace is smoke free.
Our Culture and Values
The Institute’s Awards and Recognition Program acknowledges and celebrates outstanding work of individuals and teams. These awards are presented to staff who have demonstrated their commitment to the Institute’s core values: Respect, openness, service, integrity and innovation (ROSII).
Our Core Values:
RESPECT – We respect all people, our history, our calling and the law.
OPENNESS – We are open-minded. Open with each other and open to knowledge and learning.
SERVICE – We provide services for the community, which are dedicated, responsive and client focused.
INTEGRITY – We will be beyond reproach. We commit to truth, confidentiality, impartiality, and accountability. We commit to systems which are secure, reliable, accurate, valid and safe.
INNOVATION – We are creative and curious. We are not afraid to do things differently. We will continue our search for knowledge and truth.
The CSC Social Club
The Coronial Services Centre Social Club (CSCSC) was formed in July 2001 with the aim of facilitating social interaction between staff of the State Coroner’s Office and the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine. It provides a lively and active schedule of events throughout the year to give our staff an opportunity to socialise with colleagues across all departments.
Some examples of events organised by the CSCSC include:
- Monthly Friday night drinks for staff, aka ‘Mingles’,
- Discount tickets to theatre shows and live music events,
- Golf days, winery tours and a shopping tours,
- Bake sales to raise money for various charities.
Work Experience at VIFM
Due to the nature of our business and the high degree of confidentiality required, VIFM does not offer work experience placements.
For further information about working at VIFM, please check the Events section on this website for our next VIFM Careers Day and register your interest. Our next VIFM Careers Day will be on Friday 13th April 2012.
Working at VIFM
VIDEO: VIFM Staff Induction by Ms Emily Orchard from the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine.