Documentation Officer - Microbiology

Connected MedTech; Buxton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Connected MedTech is recruiting a Documentation Officer for our Derbyshire microbiology lab. The role combines quality, documentation and technical microbiology with involvement in investigations, compliance, reporting and technical support.

In a GMP and ISO 17025 environment, you will support day-to-day quality and compliance while remaining engaged in microbiological testing as required. A degree in Life Sciences / Microbiology is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Microbiology or related discipline.
• Experience in UKAS/GMP microbiology lab.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to support investigations and quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support quality event investigations including non-conformances, OOS investigations, CAPAs and change controls.
• Generate, review and approve laboratory test reports and data.
• Review and authorise laboratory data and test methods.
• Carry out data trending and identify issues or opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and review SOPs and other controlled laboratory documentation.

Skills

Quality investigations

CAPAs

Data trending

Lab troubleshooting

Customer liaison

GMP awareness

Education

Degree in Life Sciences / Microbiology

Tools

SOP writing

Laboratory data systems

Job description

We are recruiting for a Documentation Officer to join an established microbiology laboratory based in Derbyshire.

This is a role combining quality, documentation and technical microbiology, making it an opportunity for an experienced laboratory microbiologist looking to move into a position with greater involvement in investigations, compliance, reporting and technical support.

Working within a GMP and ISO 17025 environment, you will support the day-to-day quality and compliance of the laboratory while remaining involved in microbiological testing when required.

The role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing and supporting quality event investigations, including non-conformances, OOS investigations, CAPAs, change controls, complaints and risk assessments
• Generating, reviewing and approving laboratory test reports
• Reviewing and authorising laboratory data
• Carrying out data trending and identifying potential issues or areas for improvement
• Preparing and reviewing SOPs, test methods and other controlled laboratory documentation
• Providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to laboratory staff
• Supporting the scheduling and prioritisation of test samples
• Liaising directly with customers regarding technical and testing requirements
• Supporting microbiological testing and plate reading as required
• Ensuring laboratory activities are performed in accordance with GMP and ISO 17025 requirements
• Supporting customer visits and third-party events

About you

We are looking for someone with:

• A degree in Life Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline. BTEC or equivalent qualifications may also be considered alongside relevant experience
• Previous experience working within a microbiology laboratory to UKAS/GMP standards (either or both considered)
• A good understanding of laboratory quality and documentation requirements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• The confidence to provide technical support and communicate directly with customers

This position would particularly suit someone with microbiology testing experience and a quality focus, or someone looking to develop further within quality, compliance, investigations and laboratory documentation.

Please note, due to the site's rural location, access to transport is required.