Analytical Technical Team Lead

Are you keen to take your experience in the laboratory to the next level and apply your knowledge of analytical instruments, troubleshooting, and analytical method lifecycle management? Would you like to apply your expertise and join an organisation that follows science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

We are seeking an individual with strong validation knowledge, outstanding communication skills, and a natural curiosity to join our Analytical laboratory as an Analytical Technical Team Lead.

• Permanent full-time opportunity

• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and outstanding team support

• Be part of a culture that protects the safety and well-being of self, others, and the environment

About AstraZeneca

Join a team where everyone feels a personal connection to the people that we impact. From our science labs to manufacturing at scale, we are committed to delivering the highest quality. It’s inspiring and exciting work, influencing every part of the product lifecycle to deliver life-changing medicines. To ultimately make people’s lives better – from patients and their families to all of us in society.

The North Ryde manufacturing facility remains an important centre for both AstraZeneca and manufacturing in Australia.  We are proud of our long heritage in Australia, where for more than 65 years, AstraZeneca has been providing medicines to treat many cancers and chronic diseases, saving lives and extending life for millions of Australians.

Benefits

• An extra paid day off every month!

• On-site car park and site staff canteen
  

What you’ll do

You will report to the Analytical Manager and will have approximately 2 chemists reporting to you. Your team focuses on analytical instrument validation, maintenance, and troubleshooting as well as analytical method lifecycle management. In addition to the technical and validation management, you will perform investigations, you will be the Analytical representative for site strategic projects, and you play a pivotal role in (external and internal) audits. You are encouraged to up-skill your team and critically impact people's development. Other responsibilities include:

• Ensure the laboratory complies with all internal computerised system requirements

• Supervise and improve systems and compliance within the Analytical Laboratory

• Support career development of reports and provide constructive feedback where required

• Support the analytical team with other activities as required

Essential for the role

• Tertiary qualification in a science or quality-related discipline

• Project management expertise

• Experience in analytical methods &/or instrument validation.

• Strong technical writing capability.

• Sound knowledge of the principles and concepts of Good Manufacturing Practice/ Good Laboratory Practice.

• Sound knowledge and understanding of analytical testing instruments and analysis

• Proficient in problem-solving and risk analysis

Desirables for the role

• Minimum 4 years of working experience in a Pharmaceutical Quality Control environment

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory/management experience

• Ability to build and manage relationships between key stakeholders

• Auditing experience in either manufacturing or laboratory settings

• Knowledge of sterile manufacturing

• Knowledge of computerised management systems (SAP, LIMS, LES, Trackwise etc)

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we will help you expand your skills and knowledge and unlock your best. Working at pace, you’ll be challenged and supported to grow – learning from inspiring leadership and exceptional teams who believe in the power of science to make a difference. Every day you will broaden your horizons and skills, finding opportunities to take the initiative and build a meaningful career.

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Bronze Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit ourANZ Careers Pageto learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, inclusive environment and ourconstant mission to be a ‘Great Place to Work’.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have a seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

• If you’re curious to know more then please reach out to Dia Dutta.

Where can I find out more?

• Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/

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• Follow AstraZeneca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrazeneca_careers/?hl=en

• Our website https://www.astrazeneca.com.au/
  
  

  Application Open Date: 09 January 2025

  Application Close Date: 13 February 2025

  Location: 47 Talavera Road, North Ryde, NSW 2113

  Salary: $90 000 - 100 000 + super + bonus

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.