Senior Microbiologist

C.V. Raman Global University ( A Unit Of Society Raman Education); Khordha; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranjita Analytical & Research Laboratory invites applications for Senior Microbiologist to join its NABL-accredited facility in Bhubaneswar. The candidate will lead microbiology testing, ensure QA/QC, and drive method development and validation per NABL standards.

Strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with lab audits are essential. The role requires a Bachelor’s in microbiology/biochemistry (or Master’s with 3+ years’ lab work) and hands-on experience in food/environment testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology or biochemistry required or equivalent
• Master's degree with 3+ years laboratory experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years NABL-lab experience in food/environmental testing
• Strong knowledge of microbiology techniques and equipment
• Ability to plan/execute experimental protocols and report results
• Experience in NABL audits and PT/ILC/IQC programs

Responsibilities

• Supervise and conduct research on microbiological samples and related activities
• Stay updated on new methods and standard testing procedures
• Develop and maintain validations per NABL protocols for environmental controls
• Ensure sterile procedures and SOP compliance for all tests
• Perform tests, identify contaminations, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain IQC, calibration, and preventive maintenance of equipment
• Document test results and maintain lab records daily
• Assist in internal and external lab audits and respond to queries
• Investigate issues arising during or after testing and address customer needs

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or biochemistry

Master's degree in microbiology/biochemistry with 3+ years lab experience

Tools

Electron microscopes

Calibration equipment

Laboratory instruments

Statistical software

Job description

About RARL

• Ranjita Analytical and Research Laboratory (RARL) is one of India's largest integrated foods & water testing, and research facilities. RARLplans to expand its scope to beverages, fats, sugar, confectionery, and microbiological analysis.
• The enormous growth in the Food & Agriculture sector in this era of rapid globalization does pose proportionate risks to consumers for food safety. To combat the threats, the Government of India has framed several stringent norms, which are covered under The Food Safety & Standards Acts of India (FSSA). With the implementation of FSSA, food safety policies and hygiene control are becoming more rigorous, and the Food processing industries have to gear up to meet this challenge. India thus requires ultra-modern futuristic laboratories for the analysis of samples.
• RARLs strength lies in the highly qualified and skilled scientists, sophisticated equipment and modern technology. RARL is part of an equal opportunity system that provides learning and employment opportunities without discrimination

Job Description for the post of Senior Microbiologist

Introduction

As a microbiologist working with Ranjita Analytical & Research Laboratory (RARL), one will need to be equipped with outstanding research and analytical skills along with exceptional technical and scientific expertise in the relevant field with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. He/She should have meticulous attention to detail and must display a keen interest in preventing diseases that are harmful to humans. One should be logical in thinking with effective problem-solving skills, sound observational skills, and also have acceptable knowledge in the field of statistics. The selected candidate will be studying the growth, development, and spread of microorganisms in food, environment, soil & water. He/She will be involved in testing food/water for safety and quality purposes.

What We Expect from You as a Microbiologist:

• Supervise and conduct research on various microbiological samples and perform all other research-related activities for the same.
• Keep yourself updated with the latest trends in new emerging methods as well as the standard methods of sample testing in the field of microbiology and perform the tests as per customer requirements within the available time limits.
• Develop and maintain regularly, the validations such as room temperature, humidity, sanitation, equipment calibration, etc. as per the NABL standard protocol for various environmental controls.
• Ensure that all the equipment in use for tests is sterilized properly as per the SOPs, at the beginning of the day so that the results are error-free.
• Perform required tests on component samples, identify any contaminations, conduct an analysis and initiate corrective measures if any such cases are found keeping in check the customer needs and requirements.
• Perform routine analysis of samples (IQC) as well as calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment
• Keep studying the various cultures of microorganisms in isolation according to standard inhibition and ensure control over moisture and temperature to ensure complete accuracy of the test results.
• Monitor all physiological and morphological characteristics of different microorganisms under study and maintain a day-to-day log of all the studies performed, including the classification of different categories of microorganisms studied.
• Ensure preparation and maintenance of proper research documents and other necessary lab documentation on a daily and timely basis.
• Assist in external as well as internal lab audits and make sure that the audit queries are swiftly dealt with by taking corrective measures in a timely manner.
• Systematically investigate any issues arising during or post-testing and handle customer needs and grievances post-results.
• Ensure that the test results provided to the customer are always error-free in nature and any errors found are reported to the senior management on an immediate basis.
• Maintain purchase orders for all laboratory processes and monitor all lab inventory while ensuring accurate record-keeping is done on a regular basis throughout the years.

Who Are We Looking For

• Candidate must have bachelor’s degree in microbiology or biochemistry with minimum 4 years of laboratory work experience or master’s degree with 3+ years of laboratory work experience
• Minimum 3 years of laboratory experience in food & environment NABL accredited laboratory preferred
• Ability to plan and execute experimental protocols.
• Excellent knowledge of electron microscopes, electronic equipment, chemical samples, stains, and weighing equipment.
• Highly skilled in microbiology techniques, methodology, equipment, and supplies.
• In-depth knowledge of laboratory tests used in microbiology work.
• Proficiency in methods and practices of microbiological analysis.
• Ability to prepare research papers and technical reports.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• Strong leadership displaying accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong IT and math skills.
• Excellent laboratory skills.
• Willingness to keep up-to-date with current information and research
• Experience participating in NABL Audit
• Experience in participating in PT, ILC & IQC programs
• Experience in providing training to the lab personnel

Technical skills & Proficiencies:

• Instrument calibration
• Method Preparation
• Method Validation
• Method development
• Work within TAT
• Building proficiency in work within a group

Resources & Training provided for the selected candidate:

• Complete training will be provided on ISO 17025:2017
• Quality management system procedure
• Laboratory management system
• Laboratory management documentation
• Technical proficiencies in different instrumentation
• Handling of test reports & raw data
• Measurement uncertainty training
• Also, provide training to consult clients for technical queries

Code of conduct

If you are shortlisted, it is important that you recognize that in accepting your invitation to interview, you are agreeing to the following code of conduct:

• I agree not to share in any form the content of interviews with others and including but not limited to candidates or employees at my current posting or at any another organization. This includes discussing the content of interviews verbally, as well as disseminating any materials shared in advance of or during interviews (e.g. documents, images, etc.)
• I agree not to research online any materials shared with me as part of a pre-interview task (unless explicitly permitted to do so by the interviewers)
• I agree not to record interviews (in either audio or video format), or to permit others (including but not limited to teachers, family members, etc.) to record interviews.
• I agree to take part in the interview myself and not to ask or allow anyone else to impersonate my identity fraudulently.

Supervision Details:

• Immediate Supervisor: Lab Head-cum-Quality Manager
• Indirect Supervisors – CEO
• Direct Reportee: Technical Manager
• Working Relationship: All the Lab personnel
• Work Schedule: Monday to Saturday (Flexible Working Hours)
• Salary Information: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Other Duties as Assigned

Other duties as assigned by the Lab Head & Management

Job Location: Ranjita Analytical & Research Laboratory

Campus (https://cgu-odisha.ac.in/), Bhubaneswar