Staff Microbiologist

PowerToFly; Lyon; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading medical technology company in Lyon is seeking an experienced professional for the Sterility Assurance team. You'll ensure effective sterilization practices and compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates have a degree in a related field and at least 4 years of experience in the medical devices industry, along with fluency in both French and English. The role offers personal and career development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Prestations

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Inclusive workplace environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in medical devices or related industry.
• Working knowledge of environmental monitoring and sterilization standards.
• Preferred: Prior experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsabilités

• Ensure effective sterilization practices in controlled environments.
• Monitor facilities and manage coordination of process monitoring activities.
• Participate in global initiatives and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Connaissances

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Knowledge of external regulatory standards

Analytical skills

Mentoring

Formation

Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or related science

Description du poste

What you will do

Working within the Sterility Assurance team, under general supervision, the individual will be responsible for ensuring effective and efficient sterilization practices, including but not limited to:

• Supporting the maintenance of classification and cleanliness of controlled environments in accordance with applicable standards.
• Monitoring facilities, including water production facilities used for cleaning processes.
• Managing the coordination of process monitoring activities under the responsibility of the Sterility Assurance team.
• Analyzing and controlling process trends, especially related to lab testing, cleaning and sterilization. Continuously identifying opportunities to stabilize trends and utilizing statistical, and other process controls, to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Mentoring and training team members and functional groups as needed.
• Participating in global initiatives and inter-site expert groups to develop and harmonize sterilization and internal laboratory practices (including planning, management of consumables and inventory, as well as maintaining qualified and validated equipment and process status).
• Managing validation and requalification activities and related projects.
• Implementing and adapting indicators related to processes and facilities under the team's responsibility.
• Maintaining relationships with and supporting suppliers for which the Sterility Assurance team is responsible.
• Acting as a global expert, sharing knowledge within the Stryker organization worldwide.
• Implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
• Proposing internal projects to the manager for the evaluation and implementation of global strategies.

What you need

Required:

• Degree in Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology or related science
• Minimum 4 years of applicable professional experience in in medical devices, pharmaceutical or related industry (highly regulated industry in healthcare)
• Fluency in French and English
• Working knowledge of external regulatory standards in environmental monitoring/cleanrooms, microbiology/sterilization, cleaning biocompatibility, and lab testing such as: EU MDR, GMP, ISO Standards, EP.

Preferred:

• Prior experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of various sterilization modalities e.g. gamma, steam.

What we offer

• Flat hierarchies and responsibility. Through flat hierarchies, we strengthen the initiative and willingness of our employees to take over responsible tasks.
• We grow talent. At Stryker we offer great personal and internal career development for our employees, with the possibility to make both vertical and lateral position movement.
• Team spirit & engagement. We create engaged and inclusive teams that encourage colleagues to share their diverse perspectives and opinions.
• Competitive salary and Benefits. With us, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with your job.
• Recognition of your performance. At our company, outstanding individual and cross-functional team performance is rewarded. Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Our ERGs are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace environment. They provide opportunities for development, networking, and collaboration, and are open to all employees. Our ERGs are committed to promoting inclusion and belonging, helping every individual thrive and contribute to our shared success.

Know someone at Stryker? Be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program at https://careers.stryker.com/referrals/