QC Technical Specialist
BiovacCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted April 3, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Biovac, founded in 2003, revitalises South Africa’s vaccine manufacturing sector by combining local biotechnological expertise with cutting‑edge production technology and global partnerships. The company produces high‑quality sterile vaccines—including a liquid hexavalent childhood vaccine for Sanofi and a multivalent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine for Pfizer—while supplying over 15 million doses annually to South Africa and neighboring markets under stringent cold‑chain conditions. With in‑house product‑development capabilities, Biovac has successfully out‑licensed proprietary technologies and is developing a novel group B streptococcus vaccine to address rising neonatal sepsis. Supported by a 350‑member skilled workforce and more than R800 million invested in infrastructure, Biovac delivers substantial economic benefits and positions itself as a leading African vaccine manufacturer committed to public‑sector collaboration and quality excellence.
Job Description
BIOVAC is a leading sterile vaccine manufacturer seeking a dynamic QC Technical Specialist to join a goal-oriented team.
Requirements
- Min. Degree or diploma in Immunology / Biotechnology / Biochemistry or equivalent.
- At least 3 years' experience in vaccine / pharmaceutical / biotech manufacturing industry with QC Laboratory.
- In-depth knowledge of Immunology/ Biochemistry.
- Experience in quality and regulatory compliance within a cGMP facility.
- Theoretical and practical experience in ELISA assays, protein quantification assays, endotoxin testing, antigenicity testing and/or blotting assays.
- In-depth troubleshooting experience in immunological/ molecular assays and equipment.
- Experience in technology transfer activities is important.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a leading sterile vaccine manufacturer
- Chance to be part of a goal-oriented team