Job Description
Overview
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Are you a skilled Bioprocess/ Fermentation professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment?
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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 chance to work on cutting-edge processes and new product introductions, driving improvements across upstream and mid-stream operations.
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Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Key Responsibilities
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Lead technology transfer activities from R&D; to manufacturing, including GMP documentation, protocols, SOPs, and batch records.
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Design and execute continued process verification strategies, scale-up and scale-down bioreactor studies, and technical trials.
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Support cleaning validation, equipment qualification, and qualification of new bioprocess raw materials.
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Monitor bioreactor performance using Process Analytical Technologies (PATs) and data-driven insights.
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Investigate technical assay issues, identify root causes of process deviations, and recommend solutions.
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Conduct process trend analysis and comparability assessments to ensure consistency and quality across sites.
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Identify and implement process optimisation opportunities to enhance yield, reduce variability, and improve bioreactor performance.
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Qualifications
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A Master or PhD in Science or Engineering.
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Experience in bioprocess engineering, cell culture, and bacterial fermentation.
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Analytical mindset with experience using data to drive continuous improvement.
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Excellent collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Previous experience working in a GMP environment is highly desirable.
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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.
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Seniority level
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Mid-Senior level
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Employment type
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Contract
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Job function
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Science
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Industries
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Staffing and Recruiting
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📌 Bioprocess Scientist (Victoria)
🏢 On Q Recruitment
📍 Victoria