Quality Control Microbiology Team Leader

3 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Thermo Fisher Scientific Full time
Thermo Fisher Scientific Opportunity

We are seeking a Quality Control Microbiology Team Leader to join our team in Woolloongabba. As a key member of our QC Microbiology team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our laboratory and providing technical support across the business unit.

About the Role:

  • Responsible for day-to-day management of the QC Microbiology Laboratory, including planning of activities and resources, execution of analysis, reporting of results, and key performance indicators.
  • Supporting activities related to analytical development and QC test strategy to meet client requirements and expectations.
  • Proactively contributing to regulatory and client audits when required, maintaining the QC Microbiology laboratory in an audit-ready state.
  • Collaborating with colleagues on non-routine work or tasks outside the scope of normal operations.
  • Leading training and mentoring of QC Microbiology staff and other team members as required.
  • Proactively raising Change Controls, reporting, and investigating microbiological excursions (OOS, deviations).
  • Driving process improvement initiatives, preparing, maintaining, and improving quality of microbiologically generated documents, reviewing and approving documents for the QC Microbiology team.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science in Microbiology or closely related degree, postgraduate qualifications beneficial.
  • Background in analytical theory and technical competency with laboratory analysis.
  • At least 1 year previous experience in leadership and personnel management.
  • Experience with cGMP manufacturing, past experience within biopharmaceutical production beneficial.

Key Skills:

  • Knowledgeable with cGMP and various laboratory analyses, efficient sample workflows, in-process controls, analytical testing, and equipment maintenance/introduction.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong team-working and collaborative skills.

Benefits:

  • Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program for personal and work-related issues.
  • Flexibility: Balance work and personal life with flexible arrangements.
  • Extra Leave: Generous leave policies, including purchasing additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company-paid parental leave.
  • Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter.
  • Learning & Development: Access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs.

Estimated Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per annum, dependent on experience.



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