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QC Validation Specialist (Microbiology & Biochem)

Highly Competitive
  1. Contract
  2. Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
  3. Australia
Melbourne, Australia
Posting date: 04 Aug 2026
70333

Are you passionate about quality and precision? Join our client with your validation expertise and help ensure top-tier standards every day.

À±½·ÊÓÆµ is seeking a QC Validation Specialist to support quality control and validation activities within a pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert (SME) in testing methodologies, troubleshooting technical issues, and driving method improvements. This position involves cross-site coordination, regulatory input, and the development of new testing methods. The role is hybrid, requiring three days in the office.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain compliance with QC method validation lifecycle requirements.
  • Lead troubleshooting investigations and resolve technical challenges related to QC test methods.
  • Provide SME guidance for method standardization and robustness programs.
  • Develop and improve current and new test methods, staying updated on the latest testing technologies.
  • Coordinate and execute intra-site method transfers and contribute SME input to regulatory filings and audits.
  • Design experiments for projects involving new technologies and processes in QC.
  • Manage and oversee Analytical Science and Technology (AST) studies.
  • Review validation data, identify trends or deviations, and escalate concerns to management.
  • Plan and manage method validation, development, and transfer activities, influencing QC leadership on improvement strategies.
  • Stay informed about industry advancements in methods, equipment, and techniques.
  • Identify and implement improvements that positively impact the business.

Key Skills and Requirements:

  • Strong background in microbiology and biochemistry.
  • Experience with plate readers and associated software is a plus.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues effectively.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality systems (e.g., CAPA, Change Control).
  • Strong project management and coordination skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Pamela Phoumavong at p.phoumavong@proclinical.com.

If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.

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