Quality Control Analyst

Benefits

• Must have experience handling and monitoring animals during testing 
• Own car and licence is required
• Ability to work rotating roster for shifts including weekends and nights

About the company
Work within a large global Biotechnology company that boasts a good company culture that is always expanding.

About the opportunity
The Quality Control Analyst will be assisting in the testing for Q-Fever Vaccine, Antivenoms and Other Non-Influenza Vaccine Products (Non-IVV), known as the Products of National Significance (PNS) and Non-IVV.

Duties

• Perform a range of procedures for PNS and other non-IVV products including Immunology, bio-chemistry and Virology and testing and bulk formulation of Reagent Red Blood Cells following approved procedures
• Handling and monitoring small animals – preparation, reagents, dosing and testing
• Support the team to ensure that the assays performed in each department are prepared and performed observing Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Support the operational area to prevent invalid assays and reduce Out of Specification (OOS) test results, and help investigate OOS test results, invalid assays
• Recommend and implement improvements (under guidance and discussion with Team Leader or Specialist) to enhance quality within each functional area
• Help with the accurate completion, maintenance and upkeep of quality records and documents including procedures and work instructions
• Help maintain the work environment compliance within GMP guidelines including the washing, disinfection, heat sterilization and decontamination of materials and equipment following relevant procedures

Skills and Experience

• Degree in an scientific discipline, applied science or biological technology discipline or certification in animal technology
• Previous hands-on experience handling and monitoring small animals and knowledge of ethics and regulations will be well regarded
• Experience maintaining testing records and preparing assays
• Proficiency in computer systems for data entry and inquiry functions
• Excellent scientific report writing skills
• You may be asked to undertake vaccinations for this role
• Car and licence ideally

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 6-month contract opportunity. The role is based on-site in North Melbourne and requires availability for shift work including nights and weekend work.

How to Apply
Click apply or contact Rohan Lallbeeharry, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 03 9938 7115 for a confidential discussion.