Technical Officer, Quality Control
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Job Summary
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations Inuit and Métis) persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
* The Employment Equity Act which is under review uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.
Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.
City:Montréal
OrganizationalUnit:Human Health Therapeutics
Classification:TO-4
Tenure:Term
Duration: 2 years
Language Requirements:BilingualImperativeBBB/BBB
Work arrangements:Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements this position may be eligible for a limited hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework).
At the NRC we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.
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Anything is possible at the NRC named in 2025 one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canadas Best Employers!
As Canadas largest research and innovation organization our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canadas future and the world.
At the NRC youll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. Youll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly youll discover whats possible within you as you grow make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career discover your possible at the NRC.
The role
We are looking for a Technical Officer Quality Control (QC) for the Human Health Therapeutics (HHT) Research Centre. The Technical Officer would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity Excellence Respect and Creativity.
The candidate will be involved in the control of materials (raw materials finished products and critical consumables).
The candidate will support quality control activities with a particular focus on the testing and release of materials including raw materials finished products and critical consumables.
The principal responsibilities will be the following:
- Incoming material documentation (specification material information sheet)
- Raw material sampling
- Incoming Material management (quarantine release OOS investigation)
- Communication with suppliers when required
- Final product release management
- Coordination with external laboratory and internal teams
- Analytical method Validation and/or qualification review for raw material and final product testing methods (review of protocol data and reports follow-up and coordination with external lab)
- Stability management (review of protocol data and reports follow-up and coordination with external lab)
- Generation of specifications for intermediate and final products when required
- General documentation tasks (Documentation review SOP generation and revision data review purchase of QC material )
The candidate will also be involved in:
- Environmental monitoring data entry
- OOS/OOT investigation
- Support to other teams
- Improve the QC activities by modifying SOPs forms tools when necessary
- Other tasks related to Quality Control
Screening criteria
Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:
Education
Bachelors degree in science (biology chemistry or any other related scientific field).
For information oncertificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency
Experience
- Significant experience in the pharmaceuticals field within a Quality Control laboratory operating in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) compliant environment;
- Significant experience in Biomanufacturing;
- Experience in analytical method validation/qualification in biochemistry (ex : SDS-page ELISA qPCR SEC-HPLC etc..);
- Experience in biomanufacturing for Phase I clinical product is an asset.
Condition of employment
Reliability Status
For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.
Language requirements
BilingualImperativeBBB/BBB
Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests
Assessment criteria
Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
Technical competencies
- Strong knowledge of quality control in a chemical or biological analysis laboratory environment compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects at the same time and assessing priorities in order to meet the timelines for each project.
- Technical knowledge on analytical method validation/qualification in GMP biomanufacturing.
- Technical Knowledge of technology transfer of analytical methods for chemical and biological products (asset).
Behavioural competencies
- Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)
- Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)
- Technology support - Client focus (Level 2)
- Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
Competency Profile(s)
For this position the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s):Technology Support
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Compensation
From $83435to $107838 per annum.
In addition the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of$800 per year.
NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan comprehensive health and dental coverage disability and life insurance office closure at the end of December and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.
Notes
- In 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People a National Capital Region Top Employerand Forbes Canadas Best Employer.
- Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives.
- A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
- Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
- The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
- We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please direct your questions with the requisition number (25213) to:
Closing Date: 23 June 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time
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