* Rare opportunity in GMP cell therapy manufacturing at a TGA-licensed facility at Westmead Hospital
* Support clinical trials and personalised medicine delivery within a specialist SCGT team
* Salary packaging and professional development in one of medicine's most rapidly evolving fields
Enter one of medicine's most exciting frontiers — manufacture cell therapies in a TGA-licensed cleanroom and help deliver personalised treatments to patients.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)
Position Classification: Scientific Officer
Remuneration: $38.52 - $54.94 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Sydney Cell and Gene Therapy (SCGT) is a world-class, TGA-licensed clinical manufacturing facility at Westmead Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District. SCGT produces advanced cellular therapies for use in multiple clinical trials and plays a critical role in the future of personalised medicine in NSW.
You will be part of a team that:
* Is a highly specialised, TGA-licensed facility producing cell therapy products for active clinical trials
* Has a supportive, expert team committed to GMP quality, innovation and professional development
* Offers salary packaging and WSLHD professional development benefits
* Provides the chance to build a career in one of the most rapidly evolving fields in modern medicine
What you'll be doing
This is a rare opportunity to build a specialist career in cell therapy manufacturing. You will produce cell-based therapeutic products in a GMP cleanroom environment, supporting clinical trials and maintaining the quality and compliance standards that underpin patient safety.
In this role you will:
* Perform aseptic cell therapy manufacturing in a GMP cleanroom environment to TGA regulatory requirements
* Maintain facility operations including environmental monitoring, equipment maintenance and line clearance activities
* Ensure accurate documentation and participate in quality management activities and internal and external audits
* Coordinate product transport to clinical sites and manage inventory and stock control systems
* Contribute to technology transfer and process development for new cellular therapy projects
Ready to build your career at the frontier of personalised medicine?
At NSW Health, we're enriching health in millions of ways every day. Join Western Sydney Local Health District and enjoy salary packaging, generous leave entitlements, flexible work options, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in one of NSW's most dynamic and diverse communities. Apply now via the NSW Health Career Portal or SEEK.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
* Qualification: Science degree in relevant field.
Selection Criteria:
* Experience in laboratory techniques relevant to cell therapy, including aseptic processing, cell culture, and/or handling of biological materials.
* Understanding of regulatory requirements for the manufacture of cell therapies.
* Strong attention to detail with proven ability to follow complex technical procedures and maintain accurate documentation.
* Problem-solving capabilities to troubleshoot technical issues in manufacturing and process development.
* Ability to participate in and out-of-hours roster to attend to equipment and manufacturing demands as required.
* Effective communication skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
* Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
Requisition ID: REQ649133
Applications Close: 29 March 2026
Need more information?
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* Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
* Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
* For inquiries about the role, contact Leighton Clancy on .
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.
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