Brodie Noble
Formulation Scientist
Summary
Desired career goal is to remain within a life science formulation team. I am passionate about biological formulations, I understand the importance of utilising this niche skillset to provide high quality products to the life science/health sector. Previous education includes a Bachelor of Biomedical Science, majoring in both Medical Science and Molecular Genetics and the Master of Biotechnology from the University of Melbourne. A background in life science consultation, laboratory studies, food-science and biologicals manufacturing with a strong understanding of manufacturing process, equipment, quality control methodology and the importance of being a key team partner.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Formulation Scientist
SCHOTT Minifab
01.2022 - Current
- Adhere to ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 cGMP Quality Management Systems
- Operate in PC2 clean room environments
- Formulation of biologicals involved in contemporary clinical diagnostic devices
- Operate various large-scale formulation equipment
- Contribute to GDP through creation and upkeep of various document types (BHRs, SOPs, NCR, TCR, CCO, ECO, ECR etc.)
- Proficient in QMS and ERP software systems for routine production logging and training
- Conduct routine preventative maintenance of laboratory/manufacturing space and equipment
- Validation of new laboratory equipment
- Employ contemporary data analytics methods for effective process improvements and decision making (Python, SQL, Tableau, Microsoft Office 365 suite)
- Work in fast-paced medical device manufacturing environments
- Actively engage in cross-department (quality, manufacturing, procurement, maintenance) communication to ensure smooth GMP manufacturing
- Present valuable manufacturing metrics to key stakeholders.
Information Technology tutoring
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
- Assisting and providing sound advice on contemporary software and hardware
- Developing and constructing personal computers for clients.
Reagent Integration Technician
SCHOTT Minifab
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Employ novel approaches for drying down biological materials in Dx devices
- Operation of KF titration, incubation ovens and humidity control units
- Routine liaison with clients regarding dry-down requirements
- Write and present scientific reports internally
- Actively engage in cross-department (quality, manufacturing, procurement, maintenance) communication to ensure smooth GMP manufacturing.
Production Biotechnologist
Bovogen Biologicals
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Operate under ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 cGMP Quality Management Systems
- Qualified to operate in an A-grade clean room environment
- Follow Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) appropriately
- Setup and monitor multi-stage flow-through filtration systems for use in serum sterility
- Prepare startup, monitor and clean-in-process (CIP) of large-scale disk stack centrifugation machinery
- Weekly preparation and regeneration of ultrafiltration (tangential flow filtration/cross flow) membrane units for use in diafiltration
- Prepare dead-end filtration systems for BSA sterility
- Conduct CIP of various 2,000L – 20,000L production tanks
- Operation and CIP of large-scale lyophilisation systems
- Operation of various pump systems including rotary lobe, diaphragm and peristaltic pumps
- Regularly engage in plant and equipment surface cleaning
- Conduct interval in-process quality checks (labelling, packaging, protein purity)
- Conduct quality control specification checks including protein concentration via spectrophotometer, as well as pH, temperature and conductivity of product
- Ensure Process Documentation and Quality Records are updated and are precise in real-time
- Prepare and/or store raw materials/pre-cursors for use in production
- Ensuring final product labelling is consistent with respective Certificate of Analysis
- Engage in labelling, packaging and boxing of final products for shipment
- Liaise with other production biotechnologists, quality assurance and control staff, as well as the production manager to ensure compliance with cGxP and production targets.
Salami Manufacturing Line operator
GWF DON KRC
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Diagnose technical problems associated with machine failure
- CIP and maintain production machinery
- Liaise with production supervisor to achieve daily product throughput
- Train staff and colleagues in machine-line safety protocols
- Follow SOP directives accordingly
- Work effectively and consistently in a fast-paced environment.
Life Sciences consultancy
UoM Industry Project with VivaZome
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Design and implement extensive business research and investigation strategies
- Compilation and organisation of data into cloud-based software
- Communicating with professionals in various pharmaceutical fields
- Deliverance of a presentation to VivaZome’s CEO and Executives
- Develop professional interim reports, and a succinct final business report for the CEO.
Construction Labourer
Australian Commercial Builders
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Build productive rapport with other subcontractors
- Organise and distribute large workloads to fellow laborers appropriately
- Communicating and abiding with site foreman’s tasks and policies
- Ensure the workplace is safe according to OHS regulations
- Employ initiative and improvisation with difficult tasks.
Assistant manager
Bottlemart
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Engaging with local community members, businesses and fellow employees
- Comprehensive sales analysis for future seasonal stock shipments using statistical software
- Advertisement development and effective implementation using Adobe Photoshop and Facebook advertisement platforms
- Inventory checking and stacking/unstacking of stock
- Adhering to strict policies and project timelines/budgets.
Education
Master of Biotechnology -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Molecular Genetics, Biomedical science
Latrobe University
Victorian Certificate of Education - undefined
Bendigo Senior Secondary College
Skills
Cost model analysis
Expertise Offered
- Comprehensive communication and leadership skills
- Well experienced in biological manufacturing processes
- High level of technical and mechanical aptitude
- Quality focused, with a keen eye for detail
Educational Achievements
- Completed a year-long industry project, working alongside a Melbourne-based biotechnology company (VivaZome) delivering consultancy expertise resulting in VivaZome’s satisfaction of the outcome and a high distinction from UoM.
- Completed genetics research project report entitled “The Dispersal Influence of Continual Victorian Water Systems on Terrestrial Amphipoda Population Dynamics” - Awarded High Distinction
- Awarded ‘Member of the Golden Key Honors Society’ – High Distinctions in Biomedical Science bachelor
- Awarded Dux of Humanities and the Arts – Maryborough Highview College
Professional Development
- Recipient of the “Excellence Award” at SCHOTT Minifab for identifying and eliminating an annual scrap cost of $360,000.
- Qualified to operate in a A-grade classified clean room environments.
- Acquired forklift license.
- Completed the responsible handling of Genetically Modified Organisms – Latrobe University.
- Active member of AusBiotech and the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
References
- Dr. David Haylock, VivaZome, Chief Executive Officer, 0439617657
- Mr. Stanley Yen, Bovogen Biologicals, Quality Assurance Associate, 0467490393
- Mr. Matthew Hopping, DON KR Castlemaine, Supervisor/Area Coordinator, 0427752562
- Mr. Laurie Catoggio, Australian Commercial Builders, Director, 0425749919
- Ms. Dzana Mehic, SCHOTT Minifab, Senior Scientist, XXXXXXXX
Timeline
Formulation Scientist
SCHOTT Minifab
01.2022 - Current
Reagent Integration Technician
SCHOTT Minifab
01.2021 - 01.2022
Production Biotechnologist
Bovogen Biologicals
01.2020 - 01.2021
Salami Manufacturing Line operator
GWF DON KRC
01.2019 - 01.2020
Life Sciences consultancy
UoM Industry Project with VivaZome
01.2019 - 01.2020
Information Technology tutoring
Self-employed
01.2017 - Current
Construction Labourer
Australian Commercial Builders
01.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant manager
Bottlemart
01.2013 - 01.2015
Master of Biotechnology -
The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Molecular Genetics, Biomedical science
Latrobe University
Victorian Certificate of Education - undefined
Bendigo Senior Secondary College
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