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The Opportunity

• Bring your QA expertise to ​​​the implementation and adoption of various ISO standards at ACDP
• Collaborate, facilitate and oversee  ACDP's Integrated Management System, especially the Internal Audit Program
• Contribute to building  supportive quality and learning management systems at ACDP

We are seeking for an experienced Senior Quality Assurance professional to join the CSIRO Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness (ACDP) and provide advice, coordination, and support for the quality management system. ACDP has an established quality and environmental framework (Integrated Management System – IMS) and you will work directly in supporting and expanding our accreditation in ISO9001, ISO17025, ISO14001 and ISO17043. The team are also required to support studies conducted according to OECD Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and drive future accreditations in ISO17034 and ISO35001.

This is a hands on quality role and as the Senior QA Advisor you will guide and collaborate with staff across a range of areas in the implementation and adoption of various ISO standards and as a part of the QA Team, you will be responsible for facilitating ACDP’s IMS processes, particularly the Internal Audit Program, deviations/complaints process, overseeing the equipment and training registers, as well as optimising the supporting quality and learning management systems (Q-Pulse, SuccessFactors) for the ACDP site.

Your duties will include:

• Driving and supporting the implementation of a harmonised Quality Assurance (QA) at ACDP.
• Building and maintaining strong, positive partnering relationships with customers, Business Unit partners and staff.
• Providing expert advice to scientific and animal teams on QA principles, processes, and documentation.
• Scheduling, overseeing and performing QA internal audits as well as periodically reporting audit outcomes to various stakeholders including senior management.
• Overseeing equipment and training registers as part of the Integrated Management System.
• Assisting with management of external audits (regulators, sponsors, customers) and support teams in addressing resulting non-conformances and recommendations.
• Supporting Bus in reporting and investigating deviations and customer complaints in a timely manner. Identifying corrective and preventative actions that address root cause and monitor the effectiveness of any action taken. 
• Supporting site BSI and NATA certifications/accreditations at ACDP through the optimisation and delivery of quality assured programs through research and diagnostics.
• Working with the Operations Manager, QA Team Leader, and other QA staff in developing a quality program for AAHL’s animal programs and broader site activities.
• Support the QA Authorised Representative and QA Team in executing all responsibilities including providing oversight and continuous improvement of the integrated Management System (IMS).
• Providing QA training and advice as required by AAHL’s International Program.

Location: Geelong, Victoria

Salary: AU$105k - AU$114k plus up to 15.4% superannuation

Tenure: Specified term until 20, December 2027 / Full-time

Reference: 95542

To be considered you will need:

• Relevant Degree and/or equivalent experience in biological sciences or quality management or equivalent experience working in a similar QA role.
• Relevant education and training to demonstrate an advanced understanding of QA processes such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 14001, ISO 17043 and ISO 17034, and their application.
• Demonstrated ability to work with teams to coordinate quality systems and optimise existing systems utilising team resources to provide a seamless and consistent approach.
• Previous experience, as a specialist advisor for scientific and industry colleagues in leading and fostering a culture of knowledge transfer, open communication, coaching and collaboration across the quality team, internal stakeholders, and customers.

For full details about this role and the desirable selection criterion, please review the Position Description.

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens only. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

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How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. We strongly encourage you to apply early as we will be reviewing applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.

Applications Close

11 February 2024, 11:00 pm AEDT