Req ID: 7741
Date: 20 Aug 2026
Site: VCCC (Parkville)
Location:
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
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Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Unit: Cryopreservation
Division: Chief Operating Officer
Department: Haematology Operations
Enterprise Agreement:
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Cryopreservation
Senior Scientist - Cellular Therapies & Logistics Lead
15-month fixed term, full time position to January 2028 - (part-time 0.9 EFT available for the right candidate).
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs.
Up to $108,820 (RY9) to $123,905 (RZ3) base + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave. (Full-time equivalent pro-rated for part-time).
About the role
You will provide a high quality, effective and innovative service that meets the requirements of the code of Good Manufacturing Practice for Human Blood and Tissues (cGMP), ISO 15189 (Medical Testing) and the clinical needs of patients within Cryopreservation department.
Remuneration as per Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists 2021-2025 EBA. Up to $108,820 (RY9) to $123,905 (RZ3) base salary (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.
Key responsibilities will include:
Project Management and Implementation of new Standard of care and clinical trial cellular therapy programs
Coordination and Management of existing cellular therapy programs within Cryopreservation department
Logistics Management
Provide training and assessment for all relevant staff relevant staff for processes within Cryopreservation department
Liaise with internal and external stake holders
Act as Deputy for Cryopreservation Manager and Other Senior Scientist within team
Support and participate in all other streams of work within the department
About you
You will have the ability to manage, train and assess staff, with a responsible attitude and work ethic.
You'll bring with you:
B App Sci (Medical Science) or BSc or equivalent with specific training in Haematology
Specific experience in delivering an ISO 15189 compliant and cGMP compliant Cryopreservation service
Recognised scientific training and competence relevant to the position including knowledge in cell therapy/cryopreservation, analytical methods, and information systems (MS Word, Excel, Outlook,Access, LIMS and Explorer/Netscape).
Appropriate experience and knowledge of haematology.
Demonstrable ability to work and communicate cooperatively in a team including other scientists, senior scientists, pathologists, nursing staff, clinical staff, and researchers.
Actively addresses barriers to change, and works collaboratively with the ACT leads and various clinicians within ACT to improve processes for both staff and patients
Hold relevant scientific registration and demonstrate participation in an appropriate Continuing Professional Development program
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Discounted health insurance and eye care
A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & monthly ADOs
Flexible working practices
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Luiza Mints-Kotowska
Email: Luiza.Mints-Kotowska@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11.59pm Sunday 20 September 2026.
Position Summary
Provision of a high quality, effective and innovative service that meets the requirements of the code of Good Manufacturing Practice for Human Blood and Tissues (cGMP), ISO 15189 (Medical Testing) and the clinical needs of patients within Cryopreservation department.
Key responsibilities will include:
Project Management and Implementation of new Standard of care and clinical trial cellular therapy programs
Coordination and Management of existing cellular therapy programs within Cryopreservation department
Logistics Management
Provide training and assessment for all relevant staff relevant staff for processes within Cryopreservation department
Liaise with internal and external stake holders
Act as Deputy for Cryopreservation Manager and Other Senior Scientist within team
Support and participate in all other streams of work within the department
Enterprise Agreement
Medical Scientists, Pharmacists, and Psychologists
Classification or Salary Range
Medical Scientist Grade 3: RY9 - RZ3
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category A
Key Relationships
Internal
All members of ACT
Liaise with Pathology department, clinicians, COE and PCCTU teams
All other PMCC staff within relevant streams
External
Stakeholders contributing to the Cryopreservation program including Cell Therapies Pty Ltd (CTPL) & ACT
Different sponsors and clients for clinical trial programs and standard of care programs
Services and Consumables provider companies
Skills
Essential Requirements
B App Sci (Medical Science) or BSc or equivalent with specific training in Haematology
Specific experience in delivering an ISO 15189 compliant and cGMP compliant Cryopreservation service
Recognised scientific training and competence relevant to the position including knowledge in cell therapy/cryopreservation, analytical methods, and information systems (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, LIMS and Google Chrome / Microsoft Edge).
Appropriate experience and knowledge of haematology.
Demonstrable ability to work and communicate cooperatively in a team including other scientists, senior scientists, pathologists, nursing staff, clinical staff, and researchers.
Actively addresses barriers to change, and works collaboratively with the ACT leads and various clinicians within ACT to improve processes for both staff and patients
Ability to manage, train and assess staff
Responsible attitude and work ethic
Hold relevant scientific registration and demonstrate participation in an appropriate Continuing Professional Development program
Desireable Requirements
Experience in delivering a cGMP, NPAAC or FACT compliant Cryopreservation service
Haematology diagnostic laboratory experience.
Logistics Management
Project Management
Understanding of Medical Microbiology
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Performance of manufacturing, testing and quality activities according to PMCC Cryopreservation procedures
Collaborates with the ACT medical and nursing leads to plan scheduling of services and allocation of resources in a timely and responsive manner.
Smooth and efficient operation of daily workflow, including participation in scheduling of product collection, product receipt, tracking, dispatch where appropriate, cell processing, cryopreservation, preparing product for administration and product release, and quality assurance sample collection
Generates high quality cell therapy products with acceptable turnaround times in compliance with current standard operating procedures.
Assists to co-ordinate workflow in PMCC Cryopreservation laboratory, in conjunction with internal stakeholders including but not limited to ACT/ Clinical Haematology and with external collaborators as required.
Ability to generate high quality cell therapy products with acceptable turnaround times
Monitors, and adheres to key performance indicators and maintains service effectiveness through accurate measures
Organise and provide training and assessment for staff for processes relevant to Cryopreservation department
Develops and/or applies new technologies and services relevant to PMCC Cryopreservation department as required
Ensures stock compliance within specification is available for all streams
Escalates risk to the Cryopreservation Manager, ACT medical lead and Operations Director and implements controls to manage risk
Provide effective Scientific Support within Cryopreservation department
2. Cellular Therapy Projects Onboarding, Implementation and ongoing management
Lead the onboarding, implementation and ongoing management of Cellular Therapy Projects
Meeting attendance as required including Site Initiation Visits
Assess the requirements for implementation of new cellular therapy projects including gap assessment and risk assessment against regulatory standards.
Liaise and coordinate with relevant internal and external stake holders to onboard and implement all project specific tasks including but not limited to leukapheresis, cell processing/cryopreservation, shipment of cryopreserved products for further manufacturing, Receipt of Final manufactured product, storage and Release for infusion for all standard of care and clinical trials
Lead site qualifying audits, site selection visits and regular Audits as per project requirements
Review, create and manage documents compliant with quality standards for project implementation
Project specific training and assessment for all staff
Lead and manage all aspects of implemented projects
Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
3. Equipment is calibrated and maintained according to laboratory policy & procedures
All documentation is completed including procedures, maintenance records and quality assurance procedures according to laboratory, NATA /ISO 15189 and cGMP standards and protocols.
Participation in On-Call roster
Assist team to ensure Equipment maintenance is completed in a timely manner
4. Quality Assurance and Non-Conformance Reporting
Manufacturing, testing and documentation consistent with PMCC Cryopreservation processes compliant with NATA/ISO 15189 and cGMP standards
Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs, audits and non-conformance reporting
Ensure continuous improvement of manufacturing practices and collaborate on resolving any non-conformances or processing/material defects in a timely manner
Performs and plan validation of equipments and processes within Cryopreservation department
Effective communication of issues to internal and external stake holder and escalation to Cryopreservation Manager, ACT Medical lead and Operations Director
Generate reports as required and presents data related to Cryopreservation department work to clinical and multidisciplinary meetings as well as the Clinical Haematology Performance Improvement meeting
Adheres to quality systems and procedures of the PMCC Cryopreservation
5. Works as part of a team
Consistently models behaviours that contribute to a culture of respect, excellence, compassion and innovation for patients, families, scientists, and multidisciplinary staff.
Consistently adheres to standards and policies of the organisation and ensures they are translated into action across the cryopreservation unit
Assist in after-hours and over-time requirements including late shifts and on-call requirements to support Day to day Cryopreservation department operations
In collaboration with the Cryopreservation Manager and medical lead of ACT contributes to the recruitment and assessment appraising of staff performance including the completion of their annual discussion
Actively promotes the work of PMCC through external committee, professional organisation, or academic engagements
Act as Deputy for Cryopreservation Manager and Other Senior Scientist within team
Support and participate in all other streams of work within the department
6. Follows PMCC Policies and Procedures
Acts in accordance with PMCC Policy including maintaining appropriate patient and client confidentiality
Adheres to the maintenance of safe working practices and the provision of a safe working environment (as outlined in the OHS legislative and regulations)
Undergoes performance appraisals in accordance with PMCC guidelines
7. Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Participate in educational training courses, clinical and scientific meetings
Under the direction of senior staff, participates in laboratory and hospital research where appropriate and applicable
Represents Cryopreservation department work in internal and external scientific meetings, seminars and conferences
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.