Engineer/Scientist I, QC

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting

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

The QC Chemistry team, located in Woolloongabba Brisbane, plays an integral role in the production and disposition of pharmaceuticals at our site. This is a permanent, onsite role.

About the Role:

The team are responsible for ensuring the completion of qualification/validation protocols, batch release and stability testing. We are a quickly expanding site with ever growing opportunities. We believe our workforce are our greatest asset, and are passionate about nurturing and developing future talent!

What You'll Do:

• Involved in day to day lab running of Chemistry team, including planning of activities and resources, execution of analysis (including but not limited to: cIEF, CE-SDS, UPLC, and HPLC), Peer review and technical review of analyses for completeness and cGMP compliance and method qualification and validation.

• Take leading role within the Chemistry team in practical application of the Quality System related to the Quality Control Department, including Change Control, Deviations, CAPA, OOS/OOT, and Documentation Management. Partake in QC Chemistry equipment maintenance, calibration, equipment/system upgrades and qualification by working with PSG Brisbane Australia's Engineering and Validation teams closely.

• Ensure the effectiveness of the Quality Control Chemistry Laboratory aligns with EH&S guidelines and Quality Standards.

• Leading, mentoring and motivating members of the team.

• Assist with regulatory and client audits, representing all aspects of the Chemistry Team.

• Ensures the scientific integrity of the QC Teams is maintained, working closely with the data integrity officer. Assist with site PPI projects.

• Perform any other legitimate duties as directed by the Manager, QC Operations

Keys to Success:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology, Chemistry, or closely related degree). Post Graduate qualifications - beneficial.

Experience:

• At least 3 years' industry work experience in the pharmaceutical industry aligned to Analytical and Quality Control fields, especially in chromatography analysis (electrophoresis skills - nice to have).

• Strong background in analytical theory and technical competency with laboratory analysis.

• Good knowledge of Microsoft applications (e.g. Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Previous experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (UMS), Empower3, 32Karat,

• Smartsheets­ desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledgeable in cGMP practices.

• Knowledgeable with various Chemistry laboratory analyses, efficient sample workflows, in process controls and analytical testing, and area/equipment within the Quality Control Chemistry Laboratories.

• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to daily business requirements.

• Ability to work in a highly dynamic, frequently changing environment with a wide variety of people and perspectives. Ability to effectively communicate in multiple modalities (e.g. electronic, written, verbal, etc.)

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Strong team-working and collaborative skills.

• Collaborating: You will have the ability and competency to work with all departments and colleagues of varied backgrounds.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive PPI

• Quality Orientation: Ability to interpret and apply cGMP principles, strong attention to detail, and accurate completion of test records. Strives for right first time in every task undertaken.

Benefits:

Join our team and take advantage of these great 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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