Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

About Us:

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information

This role is based at our Woolloongabba, Brisbane based facility and is an on-site based role. The Brisbane site is a multi-product biopharmaceutical site with development and manufacturing facilities for pharmaceutical products.

About the Role:

As a Senior Quality Control Technician, you will have a key role in ensuring the seamless production of biopharmaceutical products in accordance with global quality standards. Your responsibilities will include carrying out qualification and validation protocols, supervising batch releases, and conducting stability testing. This position offers a distinctive opportunity to join a rapidly growing facility that offers unlimited possibilities for professional development.

What You'll do:

Participate in activities related to analytical development and QC test strategy. Contribute to the maintaining of TGA and other licenses.Sound knowledge of equipment used within the laboratory including ELISA, Endotoxin, UV-VIS, SoloVPE, and qPCR.Assess analysis against predefined specifications and effective execution of test records for customer requirements.Transfer new analytical techniques and assays into the Biochemistry Laboratory.Identify and report non-conformances and Lab Incidents/OOS/UR results.Peer review analysis for completeness and correctness.Ensure efficiency aligns with EH&S guidelines and Quality Standards.Maintain scientific integrity and ensure data integrity culture is maintained.Assist with periodic review of QC documentation.Perform other legitimate duties as advised by the QC Biochemsitry Team Leader.

Keys to Success:

Education

Degree in Science (Biotechnology / Biochemistry, or a related field) or equivalent experience.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

Specific knowledge of Bio-pharmaceutical processes, Pharmaceutical guidelines and principles of Good Manufacturing Practices.Min 1 yr industry work experience in a similar role including working within a lab environmentProven record of ability to work as a team member and independently.Experience in multitasking, prioritizing, and showing initiative.Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Adaptability:  Ability to adapt to day-to-day business requirements.Collaborating:  Demonstrates ability to work with all departments and colleagues of varied backgrounds.Continuous Improvement:  Demonstrates the ability to challenge the status quo to improve outcomes.Customer Focus:  Demonstrates the ability to deliver on promises made to customers. i.e., meet agreed due dates.Initiating Action:  Demonstrates the ability to work independently and manage planned work.  Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.Managing Relations:  Demonstrates the ability to manage customer demands with respective business requirements and agreed timelines.Quality Orientation:  Ability to interpret and apply GMP principles, strong attention to detail and accurate completion of test records.

Other Important Information

Manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products is required to be in compliance with international quality requirements.The Quality Control department is responsible for execution of analytical equipment and method Qualification /Validation.

Benefits:

Join the team and take advantage of these benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

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