Full Time Life Scientist

Job Overview

Job Description

Bioproperties Pty Ltd
Glenorie, Sydney NSW 2157

Full Time Life Scientist
$80,000 p.a.

Summary
The Life Scientist is responsible for gathering scientific data, designing experiments, and executing upstream and downstream manufacturing processes for microbiological vaccines.
The position involves interaction with Research and Development partners to ensure the scientific content and approach in R&D experiments meet suitable GMP and GLP standards, guaranteeing a timely outcome for the Company. The ideal candidate combines meticulous execution with strict adherence to biosecurity, quality assurance, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Key Responsibilities
• Design and conduct complex experiments, record precise observations/measurements, analyse biological data, and prepare or supervise the preparation of laboratory reports.
• Ensure the environmental conditions for each of the current vaccine products are suitable for maximum multiplication to maximise the efficacy of the resulting live veterinary vaccine.
• Provide scientific knowledge and biotechnological input to new potential products in research and development phases to ensure efficient transfer and scale up to manufacturing.
• Support laboratory scientists in the research, development, and scale-up of biotechnological processes, including assisting in the design of Development Record Sheets.
• Review and analyse data to make meaningful conclusions and outcomes, presenting data and trial results to BPL Management and R&D teams.
• Inoculate, propagate, and harvest live microbiological strains used in vaccine production.
• Perform aseptic techniques and sterile manipulations within cleanroom environments.
• Carry out cleanroom setup prior to production and perform line clearance after production activities.
• Perform decontamination of production waste using validated autoclave systems.
• Prepare, package, and handle biological materials including vials and bottles for sterilisation.
• Critically review completed general production/laboratory documentation (production batch records, environmental monitoring records) for the operation of biotechnology equipment with a strict emphasis on product quality standards and GMP compliance.
• Write and/or review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Production Record Sheets (PRSs), and other controlled documents as required.
• Ensure compliance with biosecurity regulations and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform Risk Assessments, Corrective and Preventative (CAPA) investigations, raise Deviation/Incident Reports (DIR), and initiate Change Controls (CC) when necessary, including root cause analysis in biotechnology deviations.
• Support documentation control for viral, bacterial, and mycoplasma strains.

Qualification & Experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a highly related discipline.
• At least 1+ years of relevant industry experience in life sciences or pharmaceutical GMP quality vaccine manufacturing.
• Experience working in a laboratory or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to microbial culture handling.
• Familiarity with GMP standards, documentation practices, and quality assurance control systems.
• High attention to detail with strong commitment to quality and compliance.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and work in a regulated environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Applications open on 2 July 2026 and close on 1 August 2026

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