AddressAbout us:
SpeeDx is a dynamic, and rapidly growing company with a strong portfolio of technology at the cutting edge of molecular diagnostics. Our growing team in offices and laboratories in Sydney, London, and Austin, work together in an innovative, challenging, and collaborative environment, towards our critical mission of developing clinically relevant tools to positively impact healthcare networks around the world.
At SpeeDx, we are passionate about improving patient outcomes; specializing in molecular diagnostic solutions that go beyond simple detection to offer comprehensive information for improved patient management. Our technology supports clinical diagnostic products for infectious diseases with a range of products in the market and a pipeline of research and In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) assays since 2009.
SpeeDx believes our employees are pivotal to our success and reputation, therefore we strive to offer true work/life balance with opportunity structured career development. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining the best and diverse talent.
If you would like to work for a growing company that was awarded 2021 Australian Company of the Year at the AusBiotech and Johnson & Johnson Innovation Industry Excellence Awards, please apply now.
About the Role:
- Permanent full-time contract as a Quality Control Assistant.
- Entry level opportunity with research on technologies to develop upcoming IVD products.
- Working in an ISO 13485 accredited manufacturing environment.
- Successful candidate can expect to have lots of hands-on-time in the lab, working with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment.
- Extensive training provided to ensure smooth transition to the role and the company.
- Opportunity to grow your career in Molecular Diagnostic company for the right candidate.
- Monday-Friday office hours.
Your primary responsibilities will involve but not limited to:
- Assist in manufacturing IVD products compliant with ISO13485.
- Perform Quality Control testing and other laboratory activities.
- Format and record test result data into Quality Control reports.
- Perform real time stability studies testing.
- Participate in the design transfer process.
- Maintain activity records and file all paperwork.
- File discrepancy reports to the lab for corrective action.
- Prepare technical reports.
- Prepare reagents and reference materials for lab testing.
- Organise reference materials as to be readily available to lab staff. Notify management when inventories are low or insufficient.
- Clean lab benches, shelves, hoods, floors, and walls as needed to maintain a clean environment.
- Operate standard molecular laboratory equipment.
- Work according to the organisation’s laboratory safety, health and environment standards.
- Communicate adjustments to managers and other staffs when necessary.
- Perform general housekeeping duties.
Key requirements: (Qualifications/ Technical & Specialist Skills/ Experiences)
- A tertiary degree in science, qualifications BSc or equivalent.
- Previous experience in Medical Device manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Previous experience with qPCR is highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of laboratory and QMS environment.
Personal attributes/ Interpersonal skills:
- Solid time-management skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal.
- Great interpersonal skills and team player attitude
- Keen and diligent work ethic with good people skills to work within this enthusiastic team.
- Solid time-management skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal.
- Great interpersonal skills and team player attitude.
To apply for this opportunity, please email your CV and accompanying cover letter and include in the subject the job title: QC Assistant to: **@speedx.com.au
In order to be eligible to work for SpeeDx, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions. Job offers will be subject to a National Criminal History Check.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SpeeDx will retain all applications for up to 12 months for future reference, unless advised otherwise.
