Pharmaceutical Microbiologist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Diverse product range

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Pharmaceutical Microbiologist to join the quality control laboratory in Upington. You will perform microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, while conducting environmental monitoring of cleanrooms and sterility testing of sterile products.

The role requires 3+ years in pharma/biotech microbiology, strong knowledge of GMP/GLP, and meticulous record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Pharmacy, or a related life science field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech microbiology laboratory.
• Proficiency in various microbiological techniques, including microbial enumeration, identification, and sterility testing.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring programs and cleanroom classifications.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical GMP regulations and microbiological control strategies.
• Strong attention to detail, good record-keeping skills, and the ability to work independently in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products according to established methods and pharmacopoeial standards.
• Conduct environmental monitoring of manufacturing cleanrooms, including air sampling, surface sampling, and personnel monitoring.
• Perform sterility testing of sterile products and monitor growth promotion of microbiological media.
• Identify and characterize microbial isolates, conducting investigations into any contamination events.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, documenting all testing procedures, results, and deviations.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) , Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and relevant microbiological guidelines.

Skills

Microbiology techniques

Sterile processing

Regulatory compliance

Record-keeping

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biology/Pharmacy or related life science

Tools

Microbiological enumeration

Sterility testing

Environmental monitoring

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and meticulous Pharmaceutical Microbiologist to join their quality control laboratory in Upington . This role is essential for ensuring the microbiological safety and quality of pharmaceutical products by conducting a variety of environmental and product testing. You will be responsible for performing microbial identification, sterility testing, and environmental monitoring to detect and prevent microbial contamination. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of microbiological techniques, sterile processing, and regulatory requirements within the pharmaceutical industry, contributing to the overall quality assurance of manufactured medicines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products according to established methods and pharmacopoeial standards.
• Conduct environmental monitoring of manufacturing cleanrooms, including air sampling, surface sampling, and personnel monitoring.
• Perform sterility testing of sterile products and monitor growth promotion of microbiological media.
• Identify and characterize microbial isolates, conducting investigations into any contamination events.
• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records, documenting all testing procedures, results, and deviations.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) , Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and relevant microbiological guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Pharmacy, or a related life science field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech microbiology laboratory.
• Proficiency in various microbiological techniques, including microbial enumeration, identification, and sterility testing.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring programs and cleanroom classifications.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical GMP regulations and microbiological control strategies.
• Strong attention to detail, good record-keeping skills, and the ability to work independently in Upington .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in pharmaceutical microbiology.
• Exposure to a diverse range of pharmaceutical products and quality control processes.
• A supportive and compliant work environment within the Upington community.
• Contribution to public health by ensuring the safety of pharmaceutical products.