Job Description

QC Associate Microbiology Specialist.

We are actively recruiting for a QC Microbiology Specialist to provide technical support to the QC Microbiology Lab & operations to ensure the continued manufacture and supply of quality pharmaceutical products within a leading Pharmaceutical Manufacturing multinational.

Key Responsibilities:

* Development and execution of Microbiology test methods and project validations.

* Troubleshooting of issues which arise during the execution of validation studies and routine tests.

* Development of training modules.

* Microbiology Support to Site Investigations

* Driving Continuous Improvement initiatives, including lean lab initiatives, method optimization/redevelopment.

* Authoring and managing change controls, procedures, test methods and deviations.

* Result authorization for microbiological samples to support batch release.

* LIMS System updates

* Assessing compendial and quality manual updates pertaining to the Microbiology Lab & environmental control.

* Supporting lab stock management and financial control as required.

* Supporting the environmental control program by trend analysis and implementation of appropriate corrective and preventative measures.

Qualifications and Experience

* Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferred; ideally in Microbiology or a closely related discipline.

* Demonstrated change management skills (CEM) with continuous improvement.

* Strong knowledge in execution, validation and development of microbiology related test methods i.e. Bioburden, Endotoxin and Sterility testing.

* At least 5 years’ experience in the Microbiology Pharmaceutical industry or a similar operating environment

* Strong Planning and Organising skills

* In-depth knowledge of the veterinary market

* In depth knowledge of pharmacovigilance legislation and guidelines

* Wide-ranging and sound communication skills

For more information and a full job spec contact Nicola on (phone number removed) or email your CV in the strictest confidence to (email address removed)