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Quality Control Scientist

Job description

Benefits
  • Be part of a supportive and stable working environment
  • Working within a global team
About the company
Work within a large global Biotechnology company that boasts a good company culture that is always expanding.

About the opportunity
As a QC Analyst – Analytical Technology Scientist, you will play a crucial role in developing, optimizing, and validating chemistry-related analytical methods. You will be responsible for implementing innovative technologies, troubleshooting analytical challenges, and contributing to the continuous improvement of the Quality Control Analytical Technology (QCAT) laboratory. This is a full time 12-month conract position.

Resposibilities:
  • Develop, compare, optimize, and validate chemistry-related analytical methods.
  • Design experimental study plans, estimating materials, time, and resources required.
  • Prepare, review, and update standard operating procedures, test protocols, reports, and documentation following cGMP and data integrity requirements.
  • Support project coordination and deliverables under the guidance of the Head of QCAT or delegate.
  • Conduct studies to introduce new analytical techniques and remediate analytical challenges.
  • Investigate deviations, atypical results, and method performance issues.
  • Provide technical assistance, scientific support, and training to colleagues.
  • Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Must have
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Engineering, or a related technical field. A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or Ph.D.) is preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a QC or method validation environment, preferably within a cGMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech setting.
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Experience with spectroscopy techniques (FTIR, NIR, AAS, UV).
    • Familiarity with direct instrumental measurements (pH, Osmolality, Density, Gravimetry).
    • Proficiency in nitrogen determination by combustion.
    • Knowledge of data integrity policies and software validation (a plus).

Health requirement
  • Set B – Informed consent consult, Hepatitis B antibodies only
  • Ishihara colour vision screening
  • Optometry assessment
Culture
Although a large, global company, they are able to provide a family-like culture and prides itself in improving the lives of others.

Why this opportunity is right for you
This is a Full-time 12-month contract opportunity based in Melbourne working onsite Monday to Friday.

How to Apply
Click apply or contact Georgia, Senior Recruitment Consultant on +61370371653 for a confidential discussion.