Laboratory Technician - Sterile Product Testing (SPT)

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier, and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 62,000 staff across a network of more than 1000 independent companies in over 62 countries and operating more than 900 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialised clinical diagnostics testing. In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 7.296 billion and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Australia / New Zealand provides contract GMP testing to human and animal pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and complimentary medicine manufactures, as well as an extensive range of SPF and other cosmetics testing, both in-vitro and in-vivo in accordance with a range of local and international standards. The range of testing includes microbiological and chemistry on raw materials, in process and finished products, complemented by product formulation services. We operate out of sites in Sydney, Melbourne, and Auckland, which are all GMP licensed by local regulators and are accredited to ISO 17025. In addition to the provision of world class analytical testing, the laboratories also provide consultative services to their clients made available by a team of highly qualified scientists.

The Laboratory Technician -Sterile Product Testing (SPT) will be performing routine testing under the Sterility Department. This includes but not limited to Sterility testing, LAL testing, ID testing, Antibiotic testing, and Disinfectant testing. The Technician is expected to follow the SOPs, directions of the Team Leader and SPT Manager.

Responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to:

• Perform analytical tests as per Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing- Sydney test methods, and procedures within the SPT department.
• Review and check worksheets for completeness and data entry.
• Working with QA unit to ensure data is accurate and quality control measures are accurate.
• Performing periodic equipment calibration as specified in relevant SOPs.
• Data entry of results into eLIMS-BPT.
• Work with Quality Assurance unit to ensure data is accurate and quality control measures are accurate.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities in streamlining processes, improving documentation, accounting and invoicing systems optimisations together with relevant parties.
• Housekeeping, including daily laboratory cleaning and maintenance. 

• Candidates that have completed a BSc (Bachelor of Science) with Microbiology major will be preferred.
• Prior experience would be advantageous; however, training will be provided to the suitable candidate.
• Knowledge of standard office applications, especially MS Word and MS Excel would be preferred.

About you:

• We require flexibility to work various day shifts (including early morning starts and late evening finishes) for the first few months after commencing, before this role transitions to a full time, 10am to 6pm working pattern.
• Physical ability to perform manual handling tasks as required.
• A ‘can do’ attitude and willing to work as part of a productive and safety-focused team.
• Quick learner, able to pick things up fast, and versatile in approach.
• Team player who can work well with others.
• Enthusiastic individual with an eagerness to learn.

All candidate CV's and cover letter's will be reviewed, however please note that we are not always able to respond to every expression of interest submitted.

This opportunity is only open to candidates who are eligible to work in Australia/New Zealand and already have work rights or an appropriate working visa.

Please note: Current Eurofins employees should first speak with their Business Unit Manager before submitting an application for this position.