Laboratory Assistant
About the Company
Cell Therapies Pty Ltd (CTPL) is a commercial Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) located within the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. We specialise in the development and delivery of cell and gene therapies and have more than 20 years’ experience in this area.
The growth of CTPL will continue through our commitment to supporting both Australian and international research and development activities, alongside delivery of commercial contracts to provide these highly personalised therapies to patients in Australia and the region.
About the Role
We are seeking two Laboratory Assistants to support our Facility department with daily operations. This key role enables our manufacturing department to manufacture clinical and commercial cell based therapy products in compliance with the Australian Code of Good Manufacturing Practice.
As a Lab Assistant, you will be responsible for a broad range of essential operational activities that support the effective running of the facility. Your day‑to‑day duties will include monitoring environmental conditions across cleanrooms of multiple grades, performing scheduled cleaning activities, replenishing and tracking consumables, and supporting the maintenance of manufacturing and QC equipment.
You will work closely with the Manufacturing team, providing support in accordance with relevant standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. The role also involves overseeing stock levels, supervising external contractors as required, handling liquid nitrogen, and supporting logistics activities, including the receipt of incoming materials and the preparation and dispatch of patient products to ensure timely and efficient production and delivery. With occasional shift and weekend work, each day brings new challenges and integral contributions to our facility’s operations.
This is a Full-time position located at our new state of the art Melbourne facility located at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre on the edge of the CBD in Australia's most dynamic biomedical precinct.
Duties:
- Performing environmental monitoring (microbial and particulate) within clean rooms (Grade B, C and D), including accurate sampling, documentation and timely completion of routine checks in accordance
- Performing daily and scheduled GMP cleaning activities, and biosafety cabinet cleaning, and supporting items transfer from Grade C to Grade B, ensuring facility cleanliness and compliance with procedures
- Carrying out routine preventive maintenance (PM) activities and supporting in maintenance tasks for facility and manufacturing equipment (e.g. safety cabinets, autoclaves), including assisting with servicing and troubleshooting to minimise downtime
- Providing hands-on support to contractors and service providers (e.g. cleaning, pest control and maintenance), including escorting and supervising activities within the facility
- Supporting in stock management activities, which includes stock counting, ordering and stocking of consumables, garments and reagents across the facility
- Supporting routine monitoring of the Environmental Monitoring System (EMS) and escalating any abnormal readings or issues as required
- Liquid nitrogen handling
- Preparing and packing materials for international and domestic shipping
- Assisting with the receipt of incoming patient products and the dispatch of final products in compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
- Supporting in quality and compliance activities, including raising non-conformance (NCRs), CAPAs and assisting with investigations
- Completing accurate GMP documentation, including equipment logs, cleaning records and facility documentation, ensuring completeness and compliance
- Adhering to all standard operating procedures and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
- Occasional shift and weekend work will be required
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- A qualification (certificate or diploma or degree) in a life sciences discipline or equivalent industry experience
- High level of accuracy, technical capability and attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience in accurate execution of standard procedures and recording of same, ideally in support of a highly complex research facility or production environment
- A diligent and quality-driven approach
- A clear and confident communicator
- Ability to work within a fast-paced environment
- Ability to multitask and work autonomously as well as in teams
- Comfortable working within a hospital environment
Desirable:
- Experience in an ISO or regulated environment within Grade B/C cleanrooms
- Experience in calibration of equipment
- Understanding in Quality systems like QMS, Non-conformance reporting and CAPAs
This is a rare entry level opportunity to be involved in the delivery of novel and cutting-edge therapies.
The salary offered will be commensurate with skills, experience and industry standards. Company specific GMP training will be provided as part of the induction process.
If you think you have what it takes to be part of a dynamic team for a company that is in a very exciting growth phase, then APPLY NOW!
You will be redirected to our recruitment portal to complete the application process.
