Quality Assurance Associate at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biopharmaceutical, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • Tertiary education in a science or engineering-based field (e.g., biopharmaceuticals manufacture, biotechnology, process technology) or relevant industry experience
  • Post Graduate qualifications are beneficial
  • At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry aligned to Quality Assurance
  • Excellent knowledge of cGMP
  • Desire to work in a highly dynamic, frequently changing environment with diverse perspectives
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong ability to collaborate effectively and build rapport with internal and external collaborators
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft applications
  • Knowledge of SmartSheets is desirable
  • Continuous Improvement: Ability to challenge the status quo to improve outcomes
  • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to day-to-day business requirements
  • Collaborating: Skill in collaborating with diverse departments and colleagues
  • Customer Focus and Integrity: Dedication to delivering on promises made to customers
  • Commencing Activity: Proficiency in functioning solo and supervising prearranged assignments
  • Managing Relations: Ability to balance customer demands with business requirements and timelines
  • Quality Orientation: Ability to interpret and apply GMP principles, with strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

  • Furnish day-to-day aid within the Quality on the Floor Team, arranging, performing, and recording all duties
  • Efficiently fulfill responsibilities as part of the Quality Assurance department, positively impacting the site’s quality management system
  • Propel and back QA on the Floor team goals and objectives to synchronize with Quality and business strategies
  • Ensure manufacturing activities adhere to cGMP and standard operating procedures
  • Offer real-time quality support, including cGMP mentorship, document review, approval, and deviation handling
  • Review batch records within standard timelines required for batch disposition
  • Support continuous improvement (PPI) initiatives to realize cost savings and drive efficiency
  • Build effective working relationships with key internal collaborators to foster a collaborative work environment
  • Participate in and engage with Quality Management Review
  • Assist in regulatory and client audits, from readiness activities to direct engagement with auditors, ensuring successful inspection outcomes
  • Apply various risk assessment tools practically and advise others on their efficient application
  • Apply the Quality System daily, including Change Control, Deviations, CAPA, OOS/OOT, and Documentation Management
  • Carry out any other legitimate responsibilities as instructed by the Head of Quality Assurance or Site Quality Head

Skills

cGMP
Quality Risk Management
TrackWise
Document Management
Deviation Management
Batch Record Review
GMP Mentorship
Continuous Improvement
Risk Assessment
Regulatory Audits

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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