QC Analyst: Chemistry

Biovac; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vaccine manufacturer in South Africa is seeking a QC Analyst: Chemistry to join their team. The role involves maintaining laboratory standards, implementing new tests, and ensuring compliance with quality controls. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in relevant fields, alongside 1-3 years of industry experience. This position ensures quality and regulatory compliance within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.
• Demonstrated competency in quality and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with cGMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement new tests and technologies.
• Maintain laboratory operations at cGMP standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Documentation competency

Quality compliance

Education

Diploma or degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

Job description

BIOVAC is one of the leading sterile vaccine manufacturers rooted in Africa, with our core purpose being to "protect life". We are looking to hire a dynamic, passionate, confident, proactive and meticulous QC Analyst: Chemistry to join a goal-oriented team.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

• Diploma or degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or equivalent
• Recognition is given to Prior Learning and practical experience

NECESSARY EXPERIENCE & INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE:

• At least 1 - 3 years’ experience within the pharmaceutical/ biotech manufacturing/ vaccine manufacturing / quality control or similar position.
• Demonstrated competency in laboratory skills, including documentation.
• Experience in quality and regulatory compliance within a cGMP facility.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

• Implementation of new tests and new technologies and participation in the qualification of related equipment.
• Test development, verification and validation.
• Participation in technology transfers from other vaccine manufacturers and other project activities.
• Maintaining laboratory operations at cGMP standards to ensure quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
• Stock control.
• Equipment monitoring and maintenance.
• Contributing to drafting, updating, proof reading and editing of procedures.
• Sampling of utilities
• Routine testing (including utilities testing, raw material, in process, final product testing and stability).
• Peer review of laboratory raw data.
• Equipment calibration and maintenance adherence
• Compiling laboratory reports.
• Completing trend analysis templates as laboratory results are obtained.
• Participate in departmental audits and implement corrective actions where relevant.
• Ensure all laboratory data is recorded, reviewed, and stored in accordance with ALCOA+ principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, and Available).
• Analysts promote a good culture of data integrity and ensure compliance within the laboratory.
• Execute proper paper based, hybrid and computerized data handling in line with SOPs and DI principles of ALCOA+.

Application Deadline: 11 August 2025

If you do not receive a response from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please understand that your application was not successful.

Disclaimer:

Dear Applicant, we appreciate your interest in joining our organization. It is imperative for us that you understand how we handle your information. We are committed to ensuring the security and confidentiality of the information you provide. Your personal details will be collected for the sole purpose of the application process and will be used strictly for that purpose. By applying, you acknowledge and consent to the collection, use, and protection of your personal information in accordance with our privacy policy. If you have any inquiries or concerns, our Human Capital department is available to provide clarification. We look forward to reviewing your application.