QC Microbiologist

Key Responsibilities:To perform quality control microbiological testing of raw materials, incoming goods, intermediates, in-process, drug substance, and/or finished products under cGMP conditions for QC release or part of stability studiesTo perform monitoring and testing for the facility and utilities systemTo support instrument qualificationTo support equipment qualification e.g., controlled temperature units, isolator, biosafety cabinetsTo perform and coordinate calibration, preventative maintenance and repairs or laboratory instruments/equipmentTo support aseptic process simulationsTo support microbiological method transfer/development/validation/verification/suitabilityTo perform periodic review for laboratory documentsTo manage microbiological inventory required for sampling and testingTo ensure adherence to ALCOA principles for managing laboratory dataTo adhere to site/job role training plan, and maintain individual training recordsTo support continuous improvement initiativesTo maintain laboratory housekeeping using 5S approachEnsure timely escalation of investigations accidents, near misses and breaches of policiesTo carry out tasks required by the reporting ManagerQualifications:Bachelor’s degree or higher in biological sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical sciences or equivalent with min 3 years of working experiencePrior experience in working in a GMP laboratory preferredIn-depth knowledge of cGMP compliance principles and a strong quality-focused mindset.