Production Technician- Cell Therapies

An exciting opportunity is currently available for a Production Technician to join the Cell Therapies team at Hudson Institute of Medical Research, Australia's leading Medical Research Institute:

As a Production Technician, you’ll be involved in the aseptic processing and cryopreservation of human cells in an IS 15189-compliant and ISO 8-certified cleanroom environment. You’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to improving patient outcomes through high-quality, cutting-edge cellular therapies.

The Production Technician will report to the Service Operations Manager and maintain close working relationships with the production, quality and laboratory teams.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The role will suit someone who is:

· Ethical and compliance-oriented thinker with a growth mindset and sound judgement

· Highly collaborative, team orientated, and eager to contribute to a growing facility.

· Detail-oriented professionals who are meticulous with documentation and quality control.

· Early-career professionals looking to build hands-on experience in advanced cell therapies and regenerative medicine.

· Those who are technically curious and eager to learn in a cutting-edge research and clinical setting.

· Motivated by purpose-driven work that has a direct impact on patient care.

Qualifications desired:

· Diploma or Degree in Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Science or a related field, or equivalent lab experience.

· Experience working in a regulated lab environment (e.g., pathology, transfusion, cell therapy).

· WWCC and National Police Check (required).

Your responsibilities include:

· Aseptic manipulation and processing of human cells in an ISO 8 cleanroom.

· Prepare and maintain critical production materials and equipment.

· Support day-to-day facility operations – cleaning, monitoring, inventory, and equipment maintenance.

· Maintain accurate GMP- and ISO15189-compliant documentation, including batch records and logs

· Contribute to environmental monitoring, calibration, and continuous improvement initiatives

· Work flexibly to meet clinical demands and timelines, including some after-hours and weekends.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS

This position is a fixed term contract role in a Part time (0.6 FTE) capacity. Salary is based on Scientific Support Group ranging in TAP 4 dependent on level of experience. Superannuation of 11.5% and very attractive salary packaging options are available.

General enquiries can be directed to [email protected].

Please do not share your application to this email address.

How to apply?

A position description is available on our careers page https://www.hudson.org.au/careers/.

If you feel this role is right fit for you, please apply with your resume, cover letter outlining your interest and experience, and responses against the Selection Criteria.

Applications will close on 20th June. Applications will be reviewed as they come through. Only successful applications will be contacted.

About Us

We are a global bioscience medical research leader, Hudson Institute advances healthcare through ground-breaking, collaborative medical research discoveries and their translation into real-world impact. Our research programs deliver in five areas of medical need: Inflammation, Cancer, Reproductive health, Newborn health and Hormones and health. Hudson is a community of researchers, students and professional service staff who work towards achieving discoveries that improve human health. We are driven by our values such as Excellence, Innovation, Partnerships, and Community. We are committed to making a positive difference to the lives of people in Australia and around the world.

We offer:

· A proud Certified Family Friendly Workplace!

· Flexible working Arrangements

· Paid parental leave

· Onsite Gym with personal trainers

· Generous salary packaging with significant tax benefits

· Opportunities for Career and Professional Development

· Free Employee Assistance program

· Hudson social club with institute events all year!

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Hudson is committed to empowering our people and harnessing their diversity to build inclusive and equitable work environment. We actively encourage applications from, people with a disability, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people and people with diverse genders and sexualities. We are committed to creating a culturally safe workplace and offering career development and leadership opportunities to First Nations staff and students. We strongly encourage any Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

Should you require support during the recruitment process due to special needs or consideration, please contact: [email protected]

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.