Scientist Grade 1 - Cryopreservation

Req ID: 7216

Date: 23 Apr 2026

Site: VCCC (Parkville)

Location:

MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000

Company: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

Unit: Cryopreservation

Division: Chief Operating Officer

Department: Haematology Operations

Enterprise Agreement: Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists

Cryopreservation

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Medical Scientist Grade 1 - Cryopreservation

Ongoing, full time position
80 hours per fortnight with monthly ADOs
Grade 1: RX1 - RX7 ($62,426.00 - $89,986.00 per annum) depending on experience
Attractive salary packaging options are available

About the role

The Medical Scientist will provide a high quality, effective and innovative cryopreservation 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.

About you

You will have a responsible attitude and work ethic with a demonstrable ability to work and communicate cooperatively in a team including other scientists, senior scientists, pathologists, nursing staff, clinical staff, and researchers.

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).
Appropriate experience and knowledge of haematology.
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 train and assess staff
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 & ADOs
Flexible, hybrid 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: Janu Davawala

Contact Number: 03 8559 7360

Email: Janu.Davawala@petermac.org

Applications Close: 7 May 2026

Candidates please note, assessments of applications will be completed as they come in. As a result, the advertisement may be taken down early should there be a large number of quality applicants, please do not wait to submit your application.

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Position Summary

Provision of a high quality, effective and innovative cryopreservation 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.

Enterprise Agreement

Medical Scientists, Pharmacists, and Psychologists

Classification or Salary Range

Grade 1 (RX1 – RX7)

Immunisation Risk Category

Immunisation Category A

Key Relationships

Internal:

All members of ACT
Liases with Pathology department, clinicians, COE and PCCTU teams
All other PMCC staff within relevant streams
Stakeholders contributing to the Cryopreservation program including Cell Therapies Pty Ltd (CTPL) & ACT

External:

Different sponsors and clients for clinical trial programs and standard of care programs
Different hospitals within the BMT network national and international
Services and Consumables provider companies

Education

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 Explorer).
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 train and assess staff
Responsible attitude and work ethic
Hold relevant scientific registration and demonstrate participation in an appropriate Continuing Professional Development program

Desirable Requirements:

Experience in delivering a cGMP, NPAAC or FACT compliant Cryopreservation service
Haematology diagnostic laboratory experience.
Understanding of Medical Microbiology

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

Key Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities	Demonstrated By / Key Performance Indicators
1. Performance of routine cell processing, testing and quality activities according to PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory procedures.	Smooth and efficient operation of daily workflow, including 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 turn around times in compliance with the current standard operating procedures. Develops and/or applies new technologies relevant to PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory as required. Ensures instruments are maintained and have minimal down time. Ensures stock compliance within specification is available for cell processing. Asssist in ordering critical materials as needed and ensure sufficient stocks are maintained. Provides scientific support in PMCC Cryopreservation where appropriate. Escalates risks to the Cryopreservation Manager and assists to implement controls to manage/mitigate risk. Ensures own practices meet key performance indicators of the PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory.
2. Equipment is calibrated and maintained according to laboratory procedures.	Laboratory equipment records are completed including start-up procedures, maintenance records, quality assurance and shutdown procedures according current standard operating procedures. Participates in On-Call roster.
3. Quality of manufacturing performance and reporting complies with PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory policies.	Cell processing, testing and documentation consistent with PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory and cGMP standards.
4. Clinically significant results and NCRs are reported to requesting clinicians and external clients according to HPC/MNC Cryopreservation Laboratory protocols.	Episode records and Non Conformances (NCR) are communicated to the Cryopreservation Manager, the clinician, clinical quality and external clients where applicable as per PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory procedures. Cryopreservation Manager and ACT medical and nursing staff are notified of any significant scientific or technical problems in a timely manner. Non-conformance documents are investigated and completed as required. Participates in generation of reports of PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory activities as requested by Cryopreservation Manager.

Key Accountabilities (Contd..)

5. Quality Assurance	Participates in internal and external QA programs where required. Prepares Standard Operating Procedures and associated Processing Records. Prepares and performs activies as per Validation Protocols (for new processes and/or equipment) including data analysis and Validation Report as appropriate. Prepares Change Control Plans and Risk Assessments where appropriate Adheres to quality systems and procedures of the PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory. Adheres to PMCC Cryopreservation Laboratory requirements as specified by the Cryopreservation Manager and Clinical Quality team. Promptly reports procedural breakdowns and incidents by means of the non-conformance reporting system. Participates in educational activities including attendance at internal and external training courses, clinical and scientific meetings.
6. Works as part of a team	Maintains and develops own specialised skills. Embraces skill extension, innovation and change. Under the direction of senior staff, participates in laboratory and clinical research where appropriate and applicable. Communicates and cooperates with co-workers to ensure work is completed within appropriate timeframes. Assist in after-hours and over-time requirements including late shifts and on-call requirements to support day to day Cryopreservation department operations. Acts in accordance with Peter Mac Policy including maintaining appropriate patient and client confidentiality.
7. Follows Peter Mac policies and procedures	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 Peter Mac guidelines.
8. Continued Professional Development	Participate in educational training courses, clinical and scientific meetings. Personal development to be reflected in training records which must be kept up to date, including records of meetings and training. Maintains and develops own specialised skills and embraces skill extension, innovation and change. Under the direction of senior staff, participates in laboratory and hospital research where appropriate and applicable.

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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.