One of our well known public sector clients are on the lookout for an experienced and registered HPCSA or SAPC Manager to join their Biological - vaccine production unit in Johannesburg. This will be a 6-month contract. 

Qualifications and experience:

• No less than 6 years' post qualification experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing (prefer biological)
• Diploma or degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) OR BSc. in Health Sciences (Health sciences / Healthcare technology / Microbiology / Immunology)
• Must be registered with HPCSA or SAPC 
• Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront 

Knowledge:

• Quality control technical expertise
• Validation
• OHSA
• General finance
• Research statistics
• Aseptic procedures 

Key skills:

• Computer literacy - MS office / CAD / LIS
• Communication
• General management
• Analytical
• Problem solving
• Supplier management 

Key experience: 

• Assist with global research projects 
• Liaise with external research institutes regarding technical designs and efficacy of the SAVP anti-venom
• Directly manage venom contract suppliers in terms of budget , quality, performance and contract requirements 
• Drive compliance
• Align policies and procedures with GMP and GLP
• Oversee biological unit, QC department and the animal unit 
• Ensure that high quality and cost effective anti-venom products are produced, aligned with GLP and GMP, veterinary requirements 
• Investigate and implement biological technology 
• Develop new test methods
• Conduct research 
• Draft and implement calculation spreadsheets for data integrity purposes 
• SOP's