GMP Microbiology Lab Manager

SGS; Munster; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Paid annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

SGS Ringaskiddy, Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Microbiology Laboratory Manager to establish and run a GMP‑compliant microbiology laboratory in Ringaskiddy, Cork. You will lead quality systems, regulatory alignment, equipment lifecycle management, audits and CAPA, and ensure data integrity across microbiology testing programs.

You will recruit and develop staff, drive training, and collaborate with Operations, Quality Assurance, Training, and Business Development to meet client needs

Qualifications

• Degree in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences laboratory environment.
• Proven experience in a laboratory leadership or management role.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, microbiological testing, and laboratory quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, implementation, and day-to-day operation of a GMP-compliant microbiology laboratory.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the laboratory Quality Management System (QMS), including SOPs, test methods, policies, and controlled documentation.
• Define and maintain microbiology standards to ensure compliance with EU GMP, FDA, HPRA, and SGS requirements.
• Manage the installation, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and lifecycle maintenance of microbiology laboratory equipment and systems.
• Ensure laboratory audit readiness and support internal, client, and regulatory inspections, including CAPA management.
• Oversee microbiological testing activities, including bioburden, sterility, endotoxin testing, microbial identification, environmental monitoring, and water testing.
• Design, implement, and maintain environmental monitoring programmes, including sampling plans, trending, and reporting.
• Implement effective microbial control and contamination control strategies.
• Recruit, train, and manage laboratory personnel, ensuring training compliance, competency assessment, and performance management.
• Ensure data integrity in line with ALCOA+ principles and electronic data system requirements.
• Lead and support deviations, investigations, and non-conformances.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Operations, Quality Assurance, Training, and Business Development teams.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, biosafety, and site safety requirements.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Laboratory leadership

Quality systems

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Microbiology (NFQ Level 8 or equivalent)

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ

Job description

SGS Ringaskiddy, Ireland is seeking a highly experienced Microbiology Laboratory Manager to establish and run a GMP‑compliant microbiology laboratory in Ringaskiddy, Cork. You will lead quality systems, regulatory alignment, equipment lifecycle management, audits and CAPA, and ensure data integrity across microbiology testing programs.

You will recruit and develop staff, drive training, and collaborate with Operations, Quality Assurance, Training, and Business Development to meet client needs