Sr. Associate, Quality Control Lab - Microbiology

Alcon Indonesia; Batam; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Batam is seeking a Sr. Associate for Quality Control Lab - Microbiology. This role involves leading the laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and supporting product release. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or Biology, at least 5 years of experience in microbiology lab work, and strong leadership skills. Candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment with opportunities for global exposure to projects.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Exposure to global projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the medical or pharmaceutical industry with microbiology laboratory exposure.
• Hands-on experience in water monitoring, product bioburden, endotoxin testing, and media preparation.
• Solid understanding of microbial staining and identification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Microbiology Laboratory and ensure smooth operations.
• Implement GMP/GLP/GDP and SOPs in the laboratory.
• Ensure the qualification and maintenance of testing equipment.

Skills

Leadership skills

Microbiology expertise

Environmental Monitoring knowledge

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology

Job description

Sr. Associate, Quality Control Lab - Microbiology

At Alcon, we\'re passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon\'s Quality & Regulatory Affairs function, a team that ensures our products are in compliance with global, local, and internal regulations and meet the strictest standards of quality as we help people see brilliantly. The Sr. Associate, Quality Control Lab - Microbiology, is primarily responsible for conducting routine testing and tasks in the Microbiology Laboratory, ensuring compliance with quality systems, safety guidelines, and documentation processes. You will support product release, maintain trained staff, and foster collaboration with other departments.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Leading the Microbiology Laboratory, ensuring smooth operations, and implementing GMP/GLP/GDP and SOPs.
• Demonstrating competence in laboratory methods and investigational techniques, validation of laboratory procedures, and validation support of processes outside the laboratory.
• Ensuring safety and data integrity in the laboratory.
• Implementing Good Laboratory Practices and investigating OOS results.
• Ensuring all testing equipment is qualified and maintained.
• Managing equipment qualification and method validation.
• Delivering projects on time and assisting with budget preparation.
• Accountable for HSE implementation and activities in the department.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Microbiology/Biology with a focus on Microbiology
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the medical or pharmaceutical industry with microbiology laboratory exposure
• Hands-on experience in water monitoring, product bioburden, endotoxin testing, and media preparation
• Strong leadership skills
• Solid understanding of Environmental Monitoring and microbial staining and identification
• Experienced in cleanroom and compressed air systems management
• Hands-on experience in managing technical writing for NCR requests

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Good team player
• Part of growing company
• Opportunity to be involved and exposed to projects from global sites