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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | AUSTRALIAN BIOTECH INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Quality Assurance Manager |
| Position Code: | 28 | | Career Level: | 5 |
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Responsible for
Planning, designing, implementing and maintaining a quality management system that complies with local and international standards. |
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Reports To
Research Director |
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Supervises
Lab staff, and Quality Assurance Scientists |
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Main Activities
Developing and overseeing the implementation of quality assurance initiatives across various departments and external suppliers.
Notifying Department Heads regarding potential areas of risk by providing reports on the effectiveness and suitability of the management system.
Acting as a resource advisor for management on quality and providing assistance for the use of quality concepts and technologies.
Identifying and providing training and career development for Quality Assurance Staff.
Reviewing and updating the quality system regularly in order to maintain and improve its effectiveness.
Ensuring that adequate training programs are in place for internal staff.
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Key Skills
Familiarity with all appropriate biotechnology standards and requirments.
Sound technical background
Strong interpersonal skills
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Internal Contacts
Senior Management across all functions |
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External Contacts
External Quality Assessors, Relevant Authorities and Suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
Will have at least 10 years relevant experience coupled with teritary qualifications in relevant discipline. |
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