Supervisor, Microbiology

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Toronto; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

ESPP

Paid time off

Wellness days

Employee discounts

Job summary

Teva Canada is seeking a Microbiology Supervisor to lead the Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. You will oversee testing activities for commercial and stability products, ensuring GMP, GLP, and regulatory compliance.

You will mentor a team of microbiologists, drive continuous improvement, and serve as the subject matter expert for microbiology operations during inspections. The role requires 8+ years in pharma microbiology, strong leadership, and experience with environmental monitoring,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related science.
• Minimum 8 years in a pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Experience with regulatory inspections.
• Strong knowledge of USP/EP/JP.
• GMP, cGMP, and GLP understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of microbiologists through coaching and performance management.
• Oversee microbiological testing activities including non-sterile product testing.
• Manage environmental monitoring and endotoxin testing.
• Review laboratory data, investigations, deviations, and change controls.
• Support and lead regulatory inspections and audits.
• Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and other QC teams.
• Drive process improvements and safety culture in the lab.

Skills

Team leadership

Regulatory inspections

GMP/GLP knowledge

Data integrity

SOP writing

Analytical skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Advanced degree is an asset

Tools

Vitek

Biolog

Omnilog

Autoclaves

Sterility isolators

LIMS

Job description

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

We are seeking an experienced Microbiology Supervisor to lead our Quality Control Microbiology Laboratory. In this role, you will oversee microbiological testing activities in support of commercial and stability products while ensuring compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements. You will provide technical leadership to a team of microbiologists, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as a key subject matter expert for microbiology-related operations and inspections.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• Lead and develop a team of microbiologists through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and training.

• Oversee microbiological testing activities including:

• Non-sterile pharmaceutical product testing

• Environmental monitoring

• Antimicrobial effectiveness testing

• Microbial identification using compendial and in-house methods

• Review and approve laboratory data, reports, investigations, deviations, and change controls.

• Ensure data integrity and compliance through adherence to ALCOA+ principles and robust documentation practices.

• Support and lead laboratory investigations, troubleshooting activities, and root cause analyses.

• Act as the microbiology subject matter expert during regulatory inspections and customer audits.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and other Quality Control teams.

• Drive laboratory process improvements, compliance initiatives, and operational excellence projects.

• Manage laboratory resources, supplies, and scheduling to support manufacturing and product release timelines.

• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Your Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline.

• Advanced degree is considered an asset.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory.

• Previous people leadership or supervisory experience.

• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits.

• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical microbiology principles and compendial standards (USP, EP, JP).

• Experience with microbiological testing methods and laboratory instrumentation, including:

• Endotoxin testing systems

• Microbial identification platforms (e.g., Vitek, Biolog, Omnilog)

• Autoclaves and sterility isolators

• Thorough understanding of GMP, cGMP, and GLP requirements.

• Strong knowledge of data integrity and quality systems.

• Proven leadership and team development capabilities.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience writing and reviewing SOPs, investigations, technical reports, and quality documentation.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and laboratory information systems (LIMS).

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva Canada we provide a rewarding and collaborative work experience, with career growth and development opportunities for employees, in a safe and caring environment! The typical hiring range for this position is $92,560-$115,700. The base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role may qualify for an annual bonus based on employment type. Certain positions may also be eligible for a sales commission structure as part of the overall compensation package. Beyond base pay, Teva also offers a comprehensive suite of wellness and benefits programs tailored to role and employment type, that continue to rank among the best in our industry! Our competitive offerings are designed to provide flexibility, security, and meaningful choices, empowering employees to thrive both personally and professionally throughout their journey with us.

As part of our commitment to well-being, employees may have access to:

• Teva Canada’s choices Benefit Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program & Virtual Health Programs

• Retirement Savings Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Time for yourself or those you care about, through paid time for Vacation, Wellness days, Care/Sick days, Teva Days and Volunteer Days

• Education Assistance Program

• Recognition programs such as Employee Service Awards

• Employee Discounts

• And much more!

More exciting details on the specific total rewards offerings to be provided at the offer stage depending on the position and employment type hiring for. This position will fill a current vacancy and Teva Canada may use an artificial intelligence (AI) system to assist with the initial screening and evaluation of job applications by analyzing for relevant skills, professional experience, and education, that best match the posted job qualifications. It is important to note that all final decisions in this process are made by a member of the hiring team.

Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment

Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's global policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or any other legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable laws. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience.

EOE including disability/veteran