* Lead QC operations for safe, complaint cell therapy manufacturing at Q-GEN
* Manage QC testing, product stability assessment and facility monitoring
* Attractive salary packaging & superannuation options
About QIMR Berghofer
QIMR Berghofer is a world‑leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Brain and Mental Health, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non‑research staff.
About Your Lab
Q‑Gen Cell Therapeutics is part the Support Division. This is a GMP facility for the manufacture of investigational cell therapy products for internal and external clients. Q‑Gen Cell Therapies provide cleanroom facilities, storage and quality management systems to facilitate the transition from research to validated manufacturing processes, as well as contract manufacturing services.
Role Purpose / Responsibilities
Applications are invited for a Head of Quality Control to lead the QC operations within Q‑Gen Cell Therapeutics, ensuring the safe, effective and compliant manufacture of cell therapy products.
The role is responsible for delivering high‑quality, client‑focused QC services while driving continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence across all QC activities.
The primary responsibilities for the role are:
* Lead and manage the Quality Control team to deliver efficient, high‑quality and compliant testing services in a GMP environment.
* Ensure all QC testing is performed in accordance with appropriate GMP standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality systems.
* Oversee QC laboratories and activities, including environmental monitoring, microbiological, immunological, chemical and stability testing.
* Lead the implementation and qualification of new QC equipment and processes.
* Manage, review and improve QC documentation.
* Oversee data trending activities and outputs, as well as quality event investigations and out‑of‑specifications.
About you
* Extensive experience in Quality Control within a regulated environment such as cell therapy, pharmaceutical manufacturing, pathology or clinical research.
* Strong leadership capability with a proven ability to build and develop high‑performing teams.
* Sound knowledge of GMP principles and regulatory requirements, particularly within human cell therapy or related fields.
* Demonstrated experience in validation, assay qualification and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
* Relevant postgraduate qualification in life sciences, immunology, biochemistry or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
Remuneration
Salary range is $127,894 to $137,907 plus super and generous salary packaging. This is a full‑time, fixed term 2‑year appointment.
Eligibility
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
What we offer
* Salary Packaging
* State of the art facilities
* Stimulating work setting focussed on cutting edge medical research
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
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