Bioprocess Scientist

On Q Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Melbourne is seeking a skilled Bioprocess/Fermentation Engineer or Scientist on a two-year fixed-term contract. This role involves leading technology transfer activities, performing process verification, and optimizing bioreactor performance. Ideal candidates hold a Master or PhD in Science or Engineering, have experience in bioprocess engineering, and thrive in a quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• A Master or PhD in Science or Engineering is required.
• Experience in bioprocess engineering, cell culture, and bacterial fermentation is essential.
• Previous experience working in a GMP environment is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology transfer activities from R&D to manufacturing.
• Design and execute continued process verification strategies.
• Monitor bioreactor performance using Process Analytical Technologies (PATs).
• Identify and implement process optimisation opportunities.

Skills

Bioprocess engineering

Cell culture

Bacterial fermentation

Data-driven continuous improvement

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master or PhD in Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

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

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 new 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

• Staffing and Recruiting