Associate Microbiology

Pfizer; India; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in India seeks a microbiology professional to support media stock preparation, culture handling, and routine microbiological testing. You will work under GMP/GLP guidelines and contribute to data integrity and compliance across QA/QC activities.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Microbiology or Biotechnology with 4–5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with QC instruments. Join a team focused on quality and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Microbiology or Biotechnology with 4–5 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated technical skills in method validation and testing.
• Ability to read and understand compendial methods, SOPs, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and its application standards, processes, and policies.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong ability to multi-task.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Quality Control instruments for sample management and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of media stocks including sterilization of accessories by autoclave cycles.
• Manage receipt, storage, and handling of Bio ball cultures, and assist in the maintenance of Master cultures and preparation of Cryo vials.
• Perform various microbiological tests such as water analysis, microbial limit test, sterility tests, endotoxin test, etc.
• Ensure training records are updated and filed to reflect current testing capabilities.
• Perform sampling and labeling of materials per procedures and verify equipment and instruments.
• Interpret and evaluate data for accuracy, trends, and potential cGMP impact, proposing corrective actions.
• Ensure documentation and quality records comply with GMP and GLP and are filed per policy.
• Review and revise SOPs and analytical methods to keep them current.
• Conduct analyses on finished products, raw materials, and components, including data entry and EMS report generation.
• Contribute to complex projects, manage time to meet targets, and plan work within a team under supervisor direction.

Skills

Method validation

Testing

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Data entry

Education

Master's degree in Microbiology

Master's degree in Biotechnology

Tools

QC instruments

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Use Your Power for Purpose Every day, our unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our flexible, innovative, and customer-oriented culture is rooted in science and risk-based compliance. Whether you are engaged in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contributions have a direct impact on patient care. By being part of our team, you help uphold a quality culture that adapts and evolves to meet the needs of patients, ensuring that every product we deliver is of the highest standard.

What You Will Achieve In this role, you will:

• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of media stocks, including sterilization of accessories by autoclave cycles.
• Manage receipt, storage, and handling of Bio ball cultures, and assist in the maintenance of Master cultures and preparation of Cryo vials.
• Perform various microbiological tests such as water analysis, Microbial Limit Test, Sterility tests, Bacterial Endotoxin Test, CCIT, and micro challenge studies.
• Ensure training records are updated and correctly filed to reflect current testing capabilities.
• Perform sampling and labeling of materials as per defined procedures and verify all equipment and instruments.
• Interpret and evaluate data for accuracy, precision, trends, and potential cGMP impact, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure all documentation and quality records comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Laboratory Practices and are filed according to existing policies.
• Review and revise Standard Operating Procedures, analytical methods, and related documents to keep them current.
• Conduct analyses on finished products, raw materials, and components, including data entry, review, and approval in a computerized database, and generate EMS reports.
• Contribute to the completion of complex projects, manage time effectively to meet targets, and develop plans for work activities within a team, while exercising judgment with reliance on supervisor and working under their direction.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Master's degree (Microbiology / Bio-technology) with 4-5 years of experience and relevant experience
• Demonstrated technical skills in method validation and testing
• Ability to read and understand applicable compendial methods, Standard Operating Procedures, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and its application standards, processes, and policies.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong ability to multi-task
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with unique Quality Control instruments to meet accuracy specifications for sample management, retains management, interpretation, and evaluation

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

• Proven track record in leading continuous improvement projects
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, six sigma methodologies, and statistical analysis
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new techniques and procedures
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

Quality Assurance and Control De carrières van Pfizer zijn uniek. In onze cultuur van individuele eigenaarschap geloven we in ons vermogen om de toekomst van de gezondheidszorg te verbeteren en in ons potentieel om miljoenen levens te transformeren. We zijn op zoek naar nieuw talent om lid te worden van onze wereldwijde gemeenschap, om nieuwe innovatieve therapieën te ontrafelen die van de wereld een gezondere plek maken.