Microbiology Lab Technician – Evening Shift (GMP) & Growth

ALK-Abelló, A/S; Madrid; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ALK Madrid is seeking a Laboratory Technician (Microbiology) to join our team in Madrid, Spain. This permanent, full-time role offers a fixed afternoon shift from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and reports to the Microbiology Manager. You will work in a global pharmaceutical company focused on quality and patient well-being.

Ideal candidates have a science degree, microbiology experience, GMP/GxP knowledge, and strong data analysis skills. English proficiency is required for written and oral communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or equivalent laboratory qualification.
• At least 1 year of pharma lab quality control experience (microbiology or GxP).
• Good knowledge of GMP regulations, standards and data integrity.
• Experience with environmental and personnel microbiological monitoring in classified rooms.
• Expertise in microbiological testing: sterility, endotoxins, microbial counts.
• Experience with validation of microbiological methods.
• Knowledge of testing utilities: water, steam and compressed gases.
• Proficiency in microbiological data trend analysis.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise daily routine activities.
• Provide technical support to analysts.
• Review and approve microbiological data and results to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Manage laboratory investigations, deviations, CAPAs and changes.
• Participate in equipment calibration and qualification processes.
• Use and manage LIMS and SAP.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

MS Office

Lean tools

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Sciences or suitable lab cert

FP II / Senior Technician

Tools

LIMS (Sample Manager/ Labware)

SAP

Job description

ALK Madrid is seeking a Laboratory Technician (Microbiology) to join our team in Madrid, Spain. This permanent, full-time role offers a fixed afternoon shift from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and reports to the Microbiology Manager. You will work in a global pharmaceutical company focused on quality and patient well-being.

Ideal candidates have a science degree, microbiology experience, GMP/GxP knowledge, and strong data analysis skills. English proficiency is required for written and oral communication.