Overview

Are you a skilled Bioprocess/ Fermentation qualified looking to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing workplace?

We are partnering with a leading pharmaceutical company to recruit a Bioprocess/Fermentation Engineer or Scientist to support process transfer, scale-up, and optimisation activities on a two-year fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge processes and new product introductions, driving improvements across upstream and mid-stream operations.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Key Responsibilities
Lead technology transfer activities from R&D; to manufacturing, including GMP documentation, protocols, SOPs, and batch records.
Design and execute continued process verification strategies, scale-up and scale-down bioreactor studies, and technical trials.
Support cleaning validation, equipment qualification, and qualification of current bioprocess raw materials.
Monitor bioreactor performance using Process Analytical Technologies (PATs) and data-driven insights.
Investigate technical assay issues, identify root causes of process deviations, and recommend solutions.




Conduct process trend analysis and comparability assessments to ensure consistency and quality across sites.
Identify and implement process optimisation opportunities to enhance yield, reduce variability, and improve bioreactor performance.

Qualifications
A Master or PhD in Science or Engineering.
Experience in bioprocess engineering, cell culture, and bacterial fermentation.
Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive continuous improvement.
Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Previous experience working in a GMP environment is highly desirable.

This is an ideal role for a Bioprocess Engineer or Scientist who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment and is eager to contribute to process excellence and product innovation. Please note that only applications submitted via the job boards will be considered.

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type
Contract

Job function
Science

Industries
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📌 Bioprocess Scientist Melbourne
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