X3 QC Analyst: Biological Testing

Biovac; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vaccine manufacturer in South Africa seeks a QC Analyst: Biological Testing to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Biotechnology or a related field, and 1-3 years of experience within a QC Laboratory in the vaccine or pharmaceutical industry. Responsibilities include implementing tests, maintaining cGMP standards, and performing biological testing. An application deadline of 11 August 2025 applies.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in QC Laboratory within vaccine, pharmaceutical, or biotech manufacturing.
• Demonstrated competency in laboratory skills, including documentation.
• Experience in quality and regulatory compliance within a cGMP facility.

Responsibilities

• Implement new tests and technologies for Biological testing.
• Perform analytical development and validation activities.
• Maintain laboratory operations at cGMP standards.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Quality compliance

Aseptic manufacturing

Molecular assays

Immunoassays

Education

Degree or diploma in Immunology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or equivalent

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: Biological Testing to join our goal-oriented team.

Qualifications Needed:

• Degree or diploma in Immunology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
• Recognition is given to prior learning and practical experience.

Necessary Experience & Industry Knowledge:

• At least 1-3 years of experience in vaccine, pharmaceutical, or biotech manufacturing industry within a QC Laboratory.
• Demonstrated competency in laboratory skills, including documentation.
• Experience in quality and regulatory compliance within a cGMP facility.
• Experience in aseptic (sterile) manufacturing is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with molecular- and immunoassays such as ELISA testing, protein quantification assays, blotting assays, etc.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implementing new tests and technologies, and participating in the qualification of related equipment for Biological testing.
• Performing biological testing for analytical development, verification, and validation activities.
• Participating in technology transfers and project activities from a biological perspective.
• Maintaining laboratory operations at cGMP standards to ensure quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Controlling stock related to biological materials.
• Monitoring and maintaining biological equipment.
• Drafting, updating, proofreading, and editing procedures related to biological testing.
• Sampling utilities, and conducting routine and non-routine testing (raw materials, in-process, final product, stability).
• Reviewing laboratory raw data and compiling reports related to biological testing.
• Performing trend analysis as results are obtained.
• Participating in departmental audits and implementing corrective actions.
• Managing OOS and OOT investigations related to biological testing, ensuring timely and standard-compliant completion.
• Attending to DMS queries promptly as the System Owner, escalating issues as necessary.
• Escalating quality issues and ensuring effective communication within the team.
• Assisting with the implementation of the Containment Control Strategy (CCS).
• Recording, reviewing, and storing all laboratory data in accordance with ALCOA+ principles.
• Promoting a culture of data integrity and compliance.
• Executing data handling in paper, hybrid, and computerized formats.

Application Deadline: 11 August 2025

If you do not receive a response within three weeks, your application was not successful.

Disclaimer:

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