CMT Research Scientist

3 days ago


Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia Sydney Local Health District Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to June 2026
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $1, $2,007.56 per annum + annual leave loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ578270

Do you want to work in one of the largest Local Health Districts in New South Wales?

About the Role

Royal Prince Alfred is the principal teaching hospital of the University of Sydney and offers speciality services from its main campus as well as from Institute of Rheumatology and Orthopaedics, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse and Dame Edith Walker Hospitals. RPAH is one of Australia's leading hospitals, providing an extensive range of diagnostic and treatment services. Its specialities include cardiology, obstetrics and gynaecology, cancer, respiratory medicine, neurology, liver and kidney transplants.

This position is required to perform translational research projects within the CRC for Cell therapy Manufacturing and is the link between basic research and full GMP manufacturing in the clean room laboratories of CMT at RPA. To conduct research on milestone-driven grant funded projects, leading to development of clinically-relevant cell and gene therapy manufacturing methods. In this position you will translate your skills in cell enrichment, cell expansion, gene transfer, flow cytometry, quantitative PCR, and bioassays into validated processes and procedures to produce commercial ready data For more information, please view the Position Description.

Ideal Candidate

  • Bachelor's degree in Science and experience in a relevant area of research such as haematology, immunology, cell biology and/or cancer biology.
  • Availability and willingness to participate in an on-call and out of hours call back roster to meet operational and project requirements.
  • Understanding of equipment and process validation in the context of Good Manufacturing Practice compliance for cell and gene therapies.

Benefits and Perks

  • Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
  • Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
  • Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
  • Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
  • Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy PD2024_

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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Applications Close: 13 June 2025

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