Microbiology Analyst

PE Global International; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical recruitment agency is seeking a Microbiology Analyst in Runcorn to conduct environmental monitoring and testing in compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have a degree or HNC in Microbiology or Biological Sciences, and experience in a lab environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. The position offers an hourly rate of £15.73 plus shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Preferably have pharmaceutical knowledge and experience.
• Must have lab experience.
• Must be computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring within clean rooms.
• Conduct testing of key components and report anomalous results.
• Support validation work when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Customer focus

Initiative

Education

Degree in Microbiology/Biological Sciences

HNC in Microbiology/Biological Sciences

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

PE Global is recruiting for a Microbiology Analyst for a leading multi-national pharma client based in Runcorn. This is an initial 18 months contract position. Hourly rate £15.73ph + shift allowance.

Shift Pattern

6am to 6pm on a two week rotational basis. During week 1, the person will work Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Then in the second week, the reverse pattern (so Wednesday and Thursday only). This then reverts back to week 1 the following Monday. Once training is completed, there will be the expectation that they also go onto the latest rota. This is basically the exact same day pattern worked but rather than 6am to 6pm, the hours are 12 (midday) until 12 (midnight).

Duties of the role / Responsibilities

• Perform Environmental monitoring within Grade B – D clean rooms and filling machines at the appropriate frequency.
• Undertake testing of key components. This includes testing of in-process samples, Raw Materials and filled product by various techniques such as T.V.A.C, Bacterial Endotoxin and Sterility testing. All testing to be completed using good Aseptic technique. Results entered into the Microbiology Database and trended where necessary. Anomalous results to be communicated to the Team leader.
• Undertake testing of Utility services (Water for Injection, Compressed Air, Room Particle counting).
• Support validation work of above techniques, when required.
• Time lines to meet Departmental KPI's, monitoring high RFT (Right First Time) records.
• Bacterial Identification, Control of type cultures and in house Media QC. Media preparation and use of the autoclave.
• Documentation.
• Procedural review and updates. Compile batch summary reports ready for batch release.
• Provide advice to the manufacturing department on microbial, hygiene and contamination control.
• Consistently demonstrate required behaviours (teamwork, attention to detail etc)

Education / Experience

• Preferably pharmaceutical knowledge and experience
• A Degree qualified or HNC in Microbiology / Biological sciences + lab experience
• Able to communicate both orally and in the written format to personnel at all levels.
• Must have a thorough understanding of the need for quality which will be derived from the attention to detail.
• Ideally computer literate and familiar with such programs as Word, Excel etc.
• Organisation of required tasks, especially where priorities change
• Excellent communication skills within team
• Customer focus (internal and external), Teamwork, Initiative, Maximising performance

Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

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