Quality Control Manager

Seeking an experienced leader to oversee critical GMP laboratory operations at our Brisbane site. If you excel in driving compliance, continuous improvement, and team performance within a regulated environment, this role offers the scope to make a substantial impact on radiopharmaceutical quality and growth.

What you'll gain:

• Lead a specialised, technical environment supporting clinical and commercial radiopharmaceutical production
• Directly influence laboratory modernisationand process optimisation initiatives
• Partner closely with manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams in a collaborative setting
• Play a pivotal role in inspection readiness and regulatory audits for a high-growth sector
• Manage a dedicated team within a high-stakes, site-based environment
• Contribute to innovative projects supporting early and late-stage development

Key responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day QC laboratory operations, focusing on testing, sample management, and release procedures
• Drive staff leadership, training, and continuously develop QC personnel
• Oversee analytical testing, deviations, investigations, and compliance with GMP and radiation safety standards
• Implement and continuously improve laboratory systems, including LIMS and automation tools
• Manage external laboratory relationships and outsourced activities
• Support strategic projects such as technology transfers and validation initiatives
• Maintain inspection readiness and facilitate internal and external audits

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Microbiology, Radiochemistry, or related field
• 8+ years in regulated GMP environments, with at least 3 years managing laboratory teams
• Strong understanding of GMP, data integrity, and quality systems in pharma or biotech
• Experience with analytical techniques like HPLC, chromatography, spectroscopy
• Proven track record supporting regulatory audits and inspections
• Excellent stakeholder management and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• MSc or PhD in a relevant discipline
• Background in radiopharmaceuticals, nuclear medicine, or radioactive materials
• Experience with LIMS, laboratory automation, or environmental monitoring
• Knowledge of Australian radiation safety and regulatory frameworks
• This role involves site-based shift work and hands on laboratory leadership.