Medical Scientist - Grade 1

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

In this full time, fixed term role (Maternity leave cover), based at Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne) & Epworth Richmond, you will be responsible for supporting the team provide a high quality and innovative cryopreservation laboratory service as a Grade 1 Medical Scientist. You will be part of the cryopreservation team within Epworth’s Cellular Therapy Unit and report to the Laboratory Manager.

The medical scientist team provides laboratory services in support of the research at Epworth, including delivering CAR T-cell clinical trials, in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), OGTR licenses, TGA and other relevant authorities and guidelines.

You will make an impact by:

• Generating high quality cellular products consistent with cGMP standards
• Participating in clinical trial activity including site initiation visits, specialised training and logistics specifically for CAR T-cell clinical trials
• Adhering to quality systems and procedures in a NATA/ISO15189 accredited laboratory
• Embracing skill extension, innovation and change in a dynamic environment

To be successful in this role…

you will be an experienced medical scientist who thrives working in a small, dynamic team that’s closely integrated with the hospital service delivery, and eager to learn as new cellular therapy research and clinical trial opportunities present.

You will have:

• A minimum of 2 years previous experience in a diagnostic or research laboratory
• Experience in cryopreservation processing and/or cell therapies is desirable
• An understanding of operating in an ISO15189 accredited laboratory also desirable

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

 

About Freemasons

Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.

Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.

• Bachelor Applied Science (Medical Science) or equivalent

At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth HealthCare offers our employees salary packaging benefits of $15,900 pre-tax annually, plus an optional $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance.
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

At Epworth, we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. We care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities.

Enquire / Apply

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file).

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Epworth Talent | [email protected]

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.