Quality Control Analyst - Products

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:

• Participate in the development, validation, and transfer of analytical methods
• 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
• Collaborate on investigations of out-of-specification or out-of-trend results
• Draft and review documentation related to quality control
• Participate in the identification and documentation of health and safety risks, including handling of chemicals or materials presenting a biological risk
• Contribute to managing laboratory material inventory and order new items as needed
• Perform maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
• Use scientific expertise to provide support for diagnostics, laboratory investigations, and problem-solving.

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 2 year of experience in validation or transfer of analytical methods in a GLP or GMP environment
• You have hands-on experience with HPLC, ELISA and SDS-PAGE
• 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
• A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered

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.