QC Microbiologist

OXB; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company located in Oxford is seeking a QC Microbiologist to join its Quality Control team. The role involves testing raw materials and final products to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in microbiology and relevant laboratory experience. This position offers competitive rewards and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive total reward packages

Wellbeing programmes

Development opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of microbiological test methods and their application.
• Understanding of microbiological identification techniques.
• Basic knowledge of cGMP.

Responsibilities

• Test and report on raw materials and finished products.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support internal audits and maintain Quality systems.

Skills

Microbiological test methods

Microbiology laboratory techniques

Good familiarity with Microsoft Office software

Flexibility to work shifts

Education

HND/Degree in Microbiology or related subject

Job description

Overview

We want you to feel inspired every day. We’re future-focused and our business is growing. We succeed together through passion, commitment, and teamwork, and so can you.

We are currently recruiting for a QC Microbiologist to join the Quality Control team. The purpose of this role is to test and report on raw materials, intermediates, finished products, the manufacturing environment and stability samples to enable product release and meet regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities in this role would be:

• Test and report on raw materials, intermediates, finished products and the manufacturing environment to enable product release to meet regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance working practices.
• Support internal audits to maintain and improve Quality systems.
• Maintain stock control of QC test materials for use within the Microbiology Lab and Production areas.
• Co-ordinate microbiology OOS/OOT results to help identify contributory factors and assign root cause.
• Review and update departmental documentation.
• Support Senior Microbiologist and QC Manager with training of new staff.
• Report to Team Lead.

We are looking for:

• HND/Degree level qualified in Microbiology or related subject
• Thorough understanding of microbiological test methods and their application in OXB.
• Understanding of microbiological identification techniques and their use.
• Relevant experience in Microbiology laboratory techniques
• Basic knowledge of cGMP
• Computer literate (Word, Excel), Good familiarity with Microsoft Office software
• Flexibility to work shifts covering the hours from 07.00 to 03.00 Mon-Fri

About Us

Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise.

What’s in it for you

• Highly competitive total reward packages
• Wellbeing programmes
• Development opportunities
• Welcoming, friendly, supportive colleagues
• A diverse and inclusive working environment
• Our values are: Deliver Innovation, Be Inspiring and Have Integrity
• State of the art laboratory and manufacturing facilities

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Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, Oxford Biomedica has more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patient’s cells. One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients’ cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy).

Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise.