Research Scientist (Scientific Officer) - CMT

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Hospital Scientist (Scientific Officer)
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Sydney Local Health District
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REQ552493 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to March 2026
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $1,407.49 - $2,007.56 per week + Annual leave loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ552493
 

In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!

You will be working at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. It is one of the nation’s most respected hospitals, with a distinguished history of serving the health needs of local, statewide, national and international communities. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
   

About the Role

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.
  • Demonstrated outstanding verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and publication of scientific reports, and development of written standard operating procedures.
  • Recent experience in writing research proposals for projects involving the use of human cells and/or genetically modified organisms.
  • Availability and willingness to participate in an on-call and out of hours call back roster to meet operational and project requirements.
  • All candidates must have full working rights within Australia

    Benefits and Perks!

    • Accrued Day Off each month for Full Time positions, 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, please visit Benefits at SLHD  

      

    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_015).

     

    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.

                

    Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

       

    Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards

     

    To further connect with us, check us out on LinkedIn

       

    For enquiries, please contact Sharon Sagnella via email at Sharon.Sagnella@health.nsw.gov.au

      

    Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!

     
    Applications Close: 16 February 2025

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