Quality Control Analyst

The Biologics Manufacturing Center (BMC) Inc. is a new biomanufacturing facility created in response to the pandemic. A not-for-profit organization, the BMC aims to better meet the biopharmaceutical needs of Canadians. The BMC helps support projects of public interest, actively contributes to the overall growth and resilience of the Canadian life sciences industry and fosters industry development and innovation through Canadian production. Backed by a committed and innovative team of employees, the BMC fosters a culture of agility and transparency, with a collaborative, result-oriented approach.

We are looking for a Quality Control Analyst to join our team in charge of the biological analysis of in-process products, intermediates, and finished products. The individual will also participate in the development, validation, and transfer of analytical methods.

The Analyst will have the following responsibilities:

• Perform analyses on products and proteins using analytical and compendial methods
• Compile, read, and record data related to tests and reports in compliance with SOPs and GMP requirements, while ensuring data integrity
• Participate in the development, validation, and transfer of analytical methods
• Draft and review documentation related to quality control
• Contribute to managing laboratory material inventory and order new items as needed
• Collaborate on investigations of out-of-specification or out-of-trend results
• Issue certificates of analysis;
• Perform maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
• Complete all assigned training;
• Use scientific expertise to provide support for diagnostics, laboratory investigations, and problem-solving
• Comply with and promote established health and safety guidelines, processes, and procedures, including risk identification.

This role matches your career aspirations? We want to receive your resume if:

• You hold at least a college diploma (DEC) in Laboratory Technology or a similar discipline
• You have a minimum of 1 year of hands-on experience in biological analyses focused on proteins, DNA, or RNA
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
• You are very comfortable using micropipettes
• You easily communicate in French and have an intermediate level of English, enabling you to write reports or explain your results to clients outside the province of Quebec.

The BMC, an employer offering what's important to you

• A flexible schedule
• A culture of transparency, notably with our monthly corporate meetings
• A respectful and friendly work environment
• A new building with state-of-the-art equipment
• A competitive salary commensurate with your skills
• An attractive vacation and leave program
• A group RRSP with a generous contribution from the BMC
• A comprehensive insurance plan including telemedicine
• An opportunity to participate in our various life committees (social club, employee committee, OHS committee, etc.)
• A host of activities throughout the year to socialize with your colleagues, recognize team successes and improve your knowledge.

The BMC, an organization like no other

• Our team is made up of talented, committed individuals with diverse backgrounds.
• We aim to develop, share and transmit knowledge
• Our NPO status enables us to reinvest every dollar of profit back into the organization
• Our human scale empowers all our employees to participate in driving the company forward
• Our economic positioning is unique in our industry
• Our social mission is extraordinary

The BMC, a key player in Canadian biotech production

The BMC is a new facility in the heart of Montreal, completed in June 2021. It supports the growth of the country's biologics production capacity, ensuring that vaccines and other related products can be manufactured safely, right here at home. Thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities and the knowledge of its team, the BMC can produce biopharmaceutical products such as viral vector, protein subunit and virus-like particle vaccines, as well as other biological products. It is a key player in Canada's ability to respond rapidly to future national and global health emergencies.