Senior Microbiologist

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Microbiologist to join their Quality Control team in Singapore. This pivotal role involves ensuring product quality through microbiological testing and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in microbiological techniques and a passion for maintaining high-quality laboratory standards. You will lead investigations, support audits, and mentor peers while working in a dynamic laboratory environment. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready to make an impact in the field of microbiology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of laboratory experience with a degree in Microbiology or related field.
• Proficient in microbiological techniques and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control microbiological testing under cGMP conditions.
• Lead lab investigations and support facility utilities monitoring.
• Mentor peers and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Microbiological Techniques

Time Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Microbiology

Degree in Biology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance. Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards. Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed. Laboratory Setting. Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery). No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided. Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.). Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.). Will work with hazardous/toxic materials. Working at heights.

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving sophisticated analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or growing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 75,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services and Patheon. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Pharma Services Group (PSG) - Singapore, SG

The Senior Microbiologist position is an integral member of the Quality Control (Microbiology) team. In this role you will perform work required to ensure product quality is maintained at standards set forth by the Pharma Services Group (PSG), part of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Quality System and mandated by regulatory agencies. This role is a technical lead in microbiology and involved in utilities/cleanroom monitoring, incoming, in-process, and final release testing of various products manufactured or received by PSG, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Key Responsibilities:

• To perform quality control microbiological testing of raw materials, incoming goods, intermediates, and/or finished products under cGMP conditions for QC release or as part of stability studies.
• To support monitoring for facility’s utilities systems.
• To lead lab and microbiological investigations at the site.
• To lead new equipment qualification.
• To coordinate calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• To be involved in aseptic process simulations.
• To develop protocols, position papers and risks assessments.
• To lead and perform method transfer/verification/validation.
• To lead microbiological inventory management.
• To lead global initiatives such as automation and business improvement initiatives.
• To mentor peers in technical aspects of microbiology.
• To support site and/or global audits and inspections.
• To maintain and review the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of laboratory data.
• To maintain individual’s training records.
• To lead laboratory continuous improvement activities.
• To communicate in site and global platforms.
• To ensure cGMP is applied and complied to in their area of work.
• To collaborate with HSE, cGMP and always maintain a 5S approach.
• To perform tasks required by Manager.
• To support shift work (when required).

EH&S:

• Understand emergency procedures and follow safe systems of work.
• Ensure compliance with environment, health and safety and security policies and procedures, rules, signage and instructions at all times.
• Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all accidents, near misses and breaches of rules.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Degree in Microbiology, Biology or strongly related scientific field with minimum experience of 5 years in the laboratory.
• Experience in microbiological techniques such as bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, environmental monitoring, growth promotion testing, and identification of microorganisms.
• Basic proficiencies in Microsoft Words, Excel, Power Point.
• Knowledge in FDA/EMA/HSA/Global regulatory requirements applicable to microbiology and environmental monitoring.
• Ability to work independently with good time management to align with critical timelines.
• Adaptable to a changing work environment.
• Effective interpersonal attributes at all internal and external levels.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Self motivated individual and excellent problem solving skills.