QC Officers – Calibration (3 positions)

Announcement Number: DB/05/2025/QC06

Position Title: QC Officers – Calibration (3 positions)

Opening Period: 05/05/2025 – 05/12/2025

Series/Grade: L (3)

Salary: Competitive

Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants

Duration Appointment: Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period

Supervisory Position: None

Job Summary:

The QC Officer Calibration is responsible for planning, executing and documenting the calibration of laboratory instruments and production equipment to ensure accuracy, reliability and compliance with regulatory standards and internal quality systems. The role involves performing routine and non-routine calibrations of critical instruments such as balances, pH meters, temperature and humidity sensors, pressure gauges, HPLC systems and other analytical equipment. The officer will ensure that all calibration activities are performed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), GMP, GLP and applicable standards such as ISO 17025. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with calibration tools, strong documentation practices and a clear understanding of equipment qualification, traceability, and audit readiness in a regulated environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform routine calibration, verification and adjustment of analytical instruments, manufacturing equipment and environmental monitoring devices.
2. Maintain and update the calibration schedule and ensure timely execution of all planned calibrations.
3. Maintain comprehensive records of calibration results, certificates and traceability documentation in accordance with GMP and ALCOA+ principles.
4. Coordinate with equipment users and relevant departments to minimize downtime during calibration activities.
5. Conduct investigations and initiate corrective actions for equipment found to be out-of-calibration or non-compliant.
6. Liaise with third-party calibration service providers for external calibration requirements and manage service records.
7. Support the qualification and requalification of laboratory and production equipment, including validation support documentation.
8. Ensure proper labeling of calibrated equipment with valid calibration status and due dates.
9. Assist in audit preparedness and support internal/external audits with calibration-related documentation and evidence.
10. Contribute to the continuous improvement of calibration procedures and the equipment management system.
Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related technical field from a recognized institution.

Experience and Competencies:

1. Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.

2. Demonstrated experience working with controlled environmental chambers (stability or incubation) and understanding of ICH stability requirements.
3. Familiarity with GDP, GMP, and basic laboratory operations related to sample handling and documentation.
4. Ability to read and interpret temperature/humidity monitoring charts, and to respond appropriately to deviations.
5. Basic understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and internal documentation control systems.
6. Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
7. Prior experience supporting audits and inspections will be an added advantage.

8. Experience supporting regulatory audits (e.g., NDA, WHO PQ, FDA) is an added advantage.

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Dei BioPharma Ltd, provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or marital status.

HOW TO APPLY:

All interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are invited to submit their CVs, Cover Letter & Academic documents (addressed to the Human Resources Manager)

All Application documents should be merged as one document in PDF or DOC / DOCX, which should not exceed 10MB

Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@deibiopharma. com with the JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE

Should you not hear from us within twenty one (21) days from the closing date of this advertisement, you may consider your application to be unsuccessful

Deadline: 12th May 2025 by 5:00PM