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Quality Control Technician roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when tied to a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, chemistry, or materials science. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it a reliable pathway for Australian professionals targeting U.S. quality and compliance roles.
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Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.
Position Description
Nurix is seeking an experienced, independent, and highly motivated individual who will be accountable for end-to-end chemical engineering support of bexobrutideg (NX-5948) drug substance (DS) from late-stage development through commercial launch, including oversight of external manufacturing sites. The Associate Director, Chemical Engineering will work closely with the CMC team and colleagues in cross-functional departments to provide scientific, technical, and hands-on leadership and oversight of facility and equipment operations at Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) to support bexobrutideg drug substance manufacturing process optimization and scale-up. The position will report to the Director, Chemical Development.
Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To
- Provide engineering leadership to design, develop and optimize scalable routes for small-molecule DS manufacturing, including demonstrated knowledge in unit operation design, process modeling, process equipment selection and scale-up methodologies.
- Review equipment configurations, qualification packages, and maintenance records at CDMOs to ensure equipment trains are properly qualified, maintained and operating at optimal performance to support Nurix manufacturing operations.
- Oversee equipment engineering and scale-up operations at DS CDMOs, including hands-on process troubleshooting during engineering, clinical, registration and PPQ batches.
- Lead technology transfer to CDMOs including scale-up and demonstration of new chemical processes in development and commercial equipment.
- Coordinate with CDMOs and Nurix Quality Assurance, and Global Supply Chain functions to ensure timely manufacture and release of DS lots.
- Partner within Nurix CMC to drive process understanding (critical process parameters, critical quality attributes, control strategy) using engineering principles, DoE and QbD concepts.
- Review and approve Master Batch Records, campaign reports, deviation investigations and change controls for drug substance operations.
- Ensure manufacturing operations adhere to company quality, safety and regulatory standards (FDA, EMA, ICH, cGMP).
- Provide regular Person-In-Plant support for DS manufacturing and ongoing performance monitoring of key facility and operational KPIs across manufacturing sites, including schedule adherence, batch performance, deviation trends, and inspection readiness.
- Author and review CMC sections of regulatory filings including INDs/IMPD, and NDA/MAA, including responses to Health Authority queries.
- Define and drive the long-term engineering strategy for bexobrutideg DS, including process robustness, lifecycle management, and cost-of-goods optimization.
- Represent Chemical Engineering on CMC and cross-functional program teams, providing input to development strategy, risk assessments, and timelines.
- Manage and provide technical mentorship of scientists and engineers.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in chemical engineering, or related field with at least 5 years (M.S. with 10 years or B.S. with 15 years) of industrial, late-phase, small-molecule drug substance development experience
- Extensive knowledge and experience in GMP drug substance manufacturing, characterization, process development, equipment evaluation/selection, scale up and process validation.
- Knowledge of solid-state properties, polymorphism, and crystallization principles relevant to small-molecule drug substance.
- Extensive third-party drug substance CDMO management experience including tech transfer activities, QbD and DoE studies, clinical supply production, registration batch production and commercial launch activities.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant cGMP, ICH, FDA and EMA guidelines.
- Proven track record of effective internal and external collaboration.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multi-task, manage conflict and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of their time.
Fit with Nurix Culture and Values
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
Salary Range: $189,800 - $216,700
Location: Brisbane, CA - Onsite
Associate Director, Chemical Engineering
Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.
Position Description
Nurix is seeking an experienced, independent, and highly motivated individual who will be accountable for end-to-end chemical engineering support of bexobrutideg (NX-5948) drug substance (DS) from late-stage development through commercial launch, including oversight of external manufacturing sites. The Associate Director, Chemical Engineering will work closely with the CMC team and colleagues in cross-functional departments to provide scientific, technical, and hands-on leadership and oversight of facility and equipment operations at Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations (CDMOs) to support bexobrutideg drug substance manufacturing process optimization and scale-up. The position will report to the Director, Chemical Development.
Responsibilities Will Include But Are Not Limited To
- Provide engineering leadership to design, develop and optimize scalable routes for small-molecule DS manufacturing, including demonstrated knowledge in unit operation design, process modeling, process equipment selection and scale-up methodologies.
- Review equipment configurations, qualification packages, and maintenance records at CDMOs to ensure equipment trains are properly qualified, maintained and operating at optimal performance to support Nurix manufacturing operations.
- Oversee equipment engineering and scale-up operations at DS CDMOs, including hands-on process troubleshooting during engineering, clinical, registration and PPQ batches.
- Lead technology transfer to CDMOs including scale-up and demonstration of new chemical processes in development and commercial equipment.
- Coordinate with CDMOs and Nurix Quality Assurance, and Global Supply Chain functions to ensure timely manufacture and release of DS lots.
- Partner within Nurix CMC to drive process understanding (critical process parameters, critical quality attributes, control strategy) using engineering principles, DoE and QbD concepts.
- Review and approve Master Batch Records, campaign reports, deviation investigations and change controls for drug substance operations.
- Ensure manufacturing operations adhere to company quality, safety and regulatory standards (FDA, EMA, ICH, cGMP).
- Provide regular Person-In-Plant support for DS manufacturing and ongoing performance monitoring of key facility and operational KPIs across manufacturing sites, including schedule adherence, batch performance, deviation trends, and inspection readiness.
- Author and review CMC sections of regulatory filings including INDs/IMPD, and NDA/MAA, including responses to Health Authority queries.
- Define and drive the long-term engineering strategy for bexobrutideg DS, including process robustness, lifecycle management, and cost-of-goods optimization.
- Represent Chemical Engineering on CMC and cross-functional program teams, providing input to development strategy, risk assessments, and timelines.
- Manage and provide technical mentorship of scientists and engineers.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in chemical engineering, or related field with at least 5 years (M.S. with 10 years or B.S. with 15 years) of industrial, late-phase, small-molecule drug substance development experience
- Extensive knowledge and experience in GMP drug substance manufacturing, characterization, process development, equipment evaluation/selection, scale up and process validation.
- Knowledge of solid-state properties, polymorphism, and crystallization principles relevant to small-molecule drug substance.
- Extensive third-party drug substance CDMO management experience including tech transfer activities, QbD and DoE studies, clinical supply production, registration batch production and commercial launch activities.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant cGMP, ICH, FDA and EMA guidelines.
- Proven track record of effective internal and external collaboration.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multi-task, manage conflict and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of their time.
Fit with Nurix Culture and Values
- Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
- Solutions and results-oriented focus
- Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view
Salary Range: $189,800 - $216,700
Location: Brisbane, CA - Onsite
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Control Technician
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
Your Australian bachelor's degree must directly relate to quality control work, engineering, chemistry, or a physical science. A general science degree paired with QC-specific coursework usually satisfies the DOL's specialty occupation standard, but a generic business degree typically won't.
Target manufacturers with active LCA filing history
Pharmaceutical, medical device, aerospace, and food manufacturing companies file LCAs regularly for QC roles. Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to confirm an employer has certified LCAs for similar quality technician positions before applying.
Address ISO and regulatory experience in your resume
U.S. employers in regulated industries expect familiarity with ISO 9001, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, or AS9100. Listing these credentials on your resume signals you can step into a compliant QC function without a long onboarding curve, which directly influences sponsorship decisions.
Clarify the LCA wage level with your hiring manager
Before you accept an offer, confirm the employer will certify the LCA at a wage level matching your experience, Level II or Level III for experienced technicians. A Level I LCA on a senior QC role can create problems during consular review.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your paperwork
Once you have a written offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation. This removes the coordination burden from your employer and reduces the risk of documentation errors that delay approval.
Book your consulate appointment before your start date locks
E-3 consulate appointments in Sydney and Melbourne can book out several weeks. Confirm your interview slot before finalising a start date with your employer. USCIS processing is not required for a consular E-3, so the consulate appointment is your actual bottleneck.
E-3 Visa Quality Control Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Quality Control Technician jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Quality Control Technician roles by employers with active E-3 sponsorship history. Most QC positions that qualify are in pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, aerospace, or medical device companies. Filtering by industry narrows your list to employers already familiar with the LCA and E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Quality Control Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation under the E-3?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. A QC technician position tied to a specific degree requirement, such as a bachelor's in chemistry, engineering, or materials science, will qualify. Roles described as requiring only a high school diploma or general experience won't satisfy the specialty occupation standard, so job description language matters significantly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Quality Control Technician roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery, so you aren't subject to the H-1B visa's random selection process. For QC technicians, this means a confirmed job offer can move directly to an LCA filing and consulate appointment without waiting for a lottery result. The E-3 also renews indefinitely in two-year increments, providing long-term stability that the H-1B's six-year cap doesn't offer to the same degree.
Can my employer sponsor an E-3 if they've never done it before?
Yes. An employer doesn't need prior E-3 experience to sponsor one. The process starts with a Labor Condition Application filed with the DOL, which most HR teams can handle with guidance. The E-3 is simpler than the H-1B because it skips USCIS petition filing for consular applicants, which reduces the administrative burden for first-time sponsoring employers.