Microbiologist

GlaxoSmithKline; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

GlaxoSmithKline is seeking a microbiology professional in Pakistan to support safety, quality, and compliance of materials. You will perform routine microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and other lab activities, working with teams across laboratory, production and quality.

You will handle bioassays, sterility, water testing, MLT and DOP testing, maintain records, and contribute to continuous improvement while ensuring regulatory compliance and data integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology.
• Fresh to 3 years of experience in a microbiology or pharma lab.
• Practical knowledge of basic microbiology techniques: culture handling, media prep, incubation, plating, colony counting.
• Strong written and verbal English communication; clear lab records.
• Basic computer skills; willingness to learn LIMS and SAP.
• Experience with sterility testing, MLT, water testing or environmental monitoring; GMP familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Perform bioassay of products and APIs, sterility testing and environmental monitoring.
• Maintain analytical records, logbooks and perform data trending as scheduled.
• Perform stability testing and report results per procedures.
• Validate, qualify, calibrate and monitor microbiology lab equipment as scheduled.
• Ensure GMP, EHS, quality, and data integrity compliance; maintain clean lab environment.

Skills

Data Integrity

Detail-Oriented

Problem Solving

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

GxP Regulations

Lean Management

Digital Fluency

Testing Operations

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Microbiology

Tools

LIMS

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description:You will join our Microbiology team in Pakistan to help ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of materials and products. You will perform routine microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and other laboratory activities , while working with teams across laboratory, production and quality. We value clear communication, practical problem solving, and a continuous learning mindset. This role offers hands-on experience, visible impact, and opportunities to grow while helping GSK unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.ResponsibilitiesPerform bioassay of products and APIs, sterility testing, environmental monitoring of aseptic and non-sterile manufacturing areas, water testing, microbial limit testing (MLT), DOP testing, media preparation, and other assigned microbiological testing activities in accordance with approved procedures and specifications . Maintain analytical records, logbooks, and perform data trending as per schedule.Perform stability testing of products and maintain accurate records and reporting of results as per approved procedures.Perform validation, qualification, calibration, and routine monitoring of Microbiology Laboratory equipment as per approved schedules.Perform microbiological testing method validation and verification activities as per approved protocols and schedules.Ensure compliance with applicable GMP, EHS, Quality, Data Integrity, and regulatory requirements within the area of responsibility.Maintain laboratory housekeeping and ensure a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.Promptly raise and report any misconduct, compliance concerns, or quality-related issues through appropriate channels.Participate in and perform self-inspections and support timely closure of identified observations.Raise change controls, deviations, OOS investigations, and related quality system records as required.Support laboratory inventory management, procurement coordination, and maintenance of laboratory materials and consumables to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.Education, Experience and SkillsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Microbiology is required of this role.Fresh to 3 years of experience in a microbiology or pharmaceutical laboratory.Practical knowledge of basic microbiology techniques such as culture handling, media preparation, incubation, plating and colony counting .Good written and verbal communication skills in English; able to complete clear laboratory records.Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel; willingness to learn LIMS and SAP.Experience with sterility testing, microbial limit testing, water testing or environmental monitoring.Familiarity with GMP, GLP or quality management systems.Experience using LIMS, SAP or other laboratory informatics systems.Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment such as incubators, autoclaves, and other microbiology laboratory instruments.Exposure to investigations, change controls, or deviation management within a GMP environment.Training or exposure to continuous improvement tools (e.g., root cause analysis).Ability to maintain accurate GMP documentation and laboratory records in accordance with data integrity requirements.SkillsData Integrity, Detail-Oriented, Digital Fluency, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Problem Solving, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Risk Awareness, Testing OperationsWhy GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.Contact information:You may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button.Important notice to Employment businesses/ AgenciesGSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. 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