BioCina is a global end‐to‐end contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) serving clients with biologics and small molecule products. BioCina provides unparalleled quality and industry‐leading reliability and client centricity.
With deep expertise in small molecules, microbial, pDNA, and mRNA modalities, BioCina's comprehensive service offerings include cell line development, process development, analytical and formulation development, and cGMP clinical and commercial manufacturing, including both drug substance and drug product (fill‐finish).
Role Overview
This is a practical, laboratory‐based Quality Control Associate position within our dynamic Quality Team in Perth. The role supports routine chemistry quality control testing and assists with departmental purchasing and inventory activities for the QC laboratory.
Key Responsibilities
* Quality Control Testing
o Perform routine chemistry QC testing in accordance with approved methods and GMP requirements.
o Analyse raw materials, in‐process samples, stability samples and finished products.
o Accurately record, review and report analytical data.
o Assist with method verification, method transfer and validation activities as needed.
* Laboratory Operations and Compliance
o Ensure all QC activities comply with GMP, regulatory expectations and internal procedures.
o Follow and contribute to standard operating procedures, test methods and controlled documents.
o Support audits and inspections through laboratory records and technical input.
o Maintain laboratory equipment, including routine checks, calibration coordination and basic troubleshooting.
* Department Purchasing and Inventory Management
o Coordinate purchasing for the Quality Control department, including reagents, consumables, standards and laboratory supplies.
o Raise purchase requisitions, track deliveries and follow up with suppliers.
o Monitor inventory levels, reagent lifecycles and expiry dates to avoid testing delays.
o Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply, quality or specification issues.
o Ensure purchased materials meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
o Communicate testing status, material availability and risks clearly and in a timely manner.
o Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and a safe laboratory environment.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology or a related scientific discipline.
* Minimum 2‐3 years of experience in a GMP‐regulated QC laboratory, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry.
* Experience with quality systems and documentation management (e.g., LIMS, QMS, Dynamics).
* Proven hands‐on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV‐Vis, FTIR, titrations and wet chemistry methods.
* Experience managing laboratory inventory, reagent lifecycle and expiry tracking.
* Strong attention to detail and high standard of scientific accuracy.
* Ability to manage routine testing alongside purchasing and administrative tasks.
* Organised, reliable and able to prioritise work in a regulated environment.
* Effective communication and a collaborative working style.
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package.
* Career growth opportunities and advancement support.
* State‐of‐the‐art facilities and cutting‐edge technology.
* Collaborative environment with passionate professionals dedicated to excellence.
Equal Opportunity
BioCina is an equal‐opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds, including genders, people with disabilities, Indigenous and ethnically diverse candidates, to apply.
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