Senior Microbiology Lead - GMP & LIMS

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking a senior microbiology professional to coach technicians and drive testing and data management across the Laboratory. The role requires ensuring GMP compliance, data integrity, and effective coordination of microbiology activities on site.

The successful candidate will review data, train staff, and deputise for the Team Leader, bringing strong aseptic technique and regulatory knowledge to a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• A degree qualification within a relevant science based discipline.
• Significant experience within Pharmaceutical Microbiology environment.
• Knowledge of GMP/EP requirements and Regulators' Expectations.
• Aseptic Techniques knowledge.
• Technical report writing experience desirable.
• Computer-literate with experience using Laboratory databases (eg. LIMS) and quality systems (Deviation, Change Control, CAPA, Documentation).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach technicians in microbiology testing and associated tasks.
• Provide testing support for raw materials, bulk and finished product.
• Review, trend and interpret LIMS data; generate investigations and CAPAs.
• Train site personnel in microbiology techniques and data handling.
• Review and approve microbiology data; deputise for Team Leader as required.
• Operate in a QC/QA capacity independent from testing activities for release decisions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Continuous improvement

Time management

Education

Degree in a relevant science

Tools

LIMS

Quality systems

Job description

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking a senior microbiology professional to coach technicians and drive testing and data management across the Laboratory. The role requires ensuring GMP compliance, data integrity, and effective coordination of microbiology activities on site.

The successful candidate will review data, train staff, and deputise for the Team Leader, bringing strong aseptic technique and regulatory knowledge to a dynamic biopharmaceutical environment.