Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Full time (80 hours per fortnight + ADOs)
• Medical Scientist Grade 3-4 (RY9-RZ7) 
• The Alfred, Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre location
• Great staff benefits

The Department

The Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cells (CAR-T) Facility is a newly built cleanroom facility at the Paula Fox Melanoma Cancer Centre (PFMCC). The facility will manufacture innovative cell and gene immunotherapies for patient care in the context of clinical research.

The PFMCC CAR-T Facility will operate under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) under a Quality Management System in accordance with current government regulations and other applicable standards, including Alfred Health policies.

The Role

We are seeking a CAR-T Senior Scientist to participate in the operational activities of the PFMCC CAR-T Facility. This involves the production of GMP-grade cell and gene therapies, including kit packing, SOP writing, cleanroom manufacturing and facility housekeeping. The Senior Scientist will be a key member of the team for integrating research/ development projects into GMP manufacturing procedures (technology transfer). The Senior Scientist will participate in the design, implementation and maintenance of facility operations in line with the Quality and Business unit objectives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the evolving field of cellular and gene therapies as a member of the Malignant Haematology, Transplantation and Cellular Therapy Services team at Alfred Cancer.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• The successful applicant will have a Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science), Bachelor of Science or equivalent. A Postgraduate degree in Haematology, Immunology, Cell Therapy or Stem Cell Biology is desirable.
• Background in Haematology, Transfusion Science, Cellular Therapy or Stem Cell processing.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in TGA Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), specifically in the manufacture of cell and gene therapy products – clinical trial products or commercial products
• Previous laboratory management experience is highly desirable.

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible heath insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through Prosport Health and Fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Dr Joanna Youngson on (03) 9076 5173.

Applications close 11pm AEDT, Tuesday 31st December 2024.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au