Sr. Microbiologist

piramalpharma; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions in Lexington seeks a Senior Microbiologist to serve as subject matter expert for audits, data reviews, and lab expansion projects. The role reports to the Microbiology Manager and supports cGMP compliance.

The candidate will lead SOPs, test methods, CAPAs, and risk assessments while training staff and collaborating with Quality Assurance to ensure robust microbiology operations and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 5-7 years of Experience in high throughput Microbiology Laboratories in a GMP environment (parenterals/CMO/CDMO).
• Knowledge of cGMP and pharmaceutical industry expectations.
• Experience with microbiology techniques and laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve SOPs, Test Methods, Protocols, Reports, Trending Reports, Data Review, CCRs, CAPAs, Risk Assessments.
• Provide cGMP and lab training to staff and troubleshoot lab practices.
• Lead laboratory investigations, deviations, and CAPA implementation; write/review SOPs.
• Provide data and QA input during inspections or regulatory inquiries as needed.
• Support process improvements and lab expansion projects.
• Develop and implement microbiology lab procedures with QA.
• Participate in environmental monitoring, cleaning validation, and related tests.

Education

B.S. in Microbiology

Tools

Autoclaves

Air samplers

Light microscope

Biohazard cabinets

Water purification system

Job description

Division

Piramal Pharma Solutions Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide.

For more details, please visit: www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title

Sr. Microbiologist Job Description

Business

Pharma Solutions

Department

Microbiology

Location

Lexington

Job Overview

Reporting to the Microbiology Manager, the Senior Microbiologist will be responsible for providing technical expertise as the subject matter expert for audits, data review, and lab expansion projects.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Microbiology Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and approve SOPs, Test Methods, Protocols, Reports, Trending Reports, Data Review, CCRs, CAPAs, Risk Assessments, etc.


• Provide cGMP and lab training to the Micro staff as well as technical support and troubleshooting and train analysts in laboratory practices and standard microbiological procedures.


• Lead laboratory investigations, deviations, and implementation of CAPA's. Write and review SOP's.


• Provides information regarding Quality Control systems and data to internal or external regulatory personnel during inspections or inquiries service as subject matter expert, as needed.


• Support process improvements and expansion growth


• Develop and implement procedural guidelines within the Microbiology laboratory in conjunction with Quality Assurance.


• Participate in development of cleaning validation/verification, environmental monitoring and control program, utilities, and HVAC monitoring program, sterility and microbial enumeration tests.


• Regularly monitor applicable internet and written information published by US FDA, pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory technology organizations for the purpose of review/incorporation of latest requirements and guidelines into best practices.


• Work with Microbiology management to maintain environmental monitoring, testing schedules and assess testing priorities.


• Monitor calibration of equipment and identify new equipment needs.


• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Microbiology, Biology, Life Sciences, or related field


• 5-7 years of Experience high throughput Microbiology Laboratories is required; with at least 3 years of applied Microbiology experience in a commercial pharmaceutical, GMP manufacturing environment (preferably parenterals and in a CMO/CDMO/Clinical Environment).


• Working knowledge and practical experience with good laboratory practices in a microbiology lab environment and competency with microbiology techniques such as Gram staining, isolation plating, media preparation and microorganism identification methods.


• Experience with common microbiology lab instrumentation is a requirement, especially with autoclaves, air samplers, light microscope, biohazard cabinets and water purification system


• Practical hands on experience with basic lab equipment such as pH, balances, water baths and other equipment common to microbiology methods


• Must understand basic lab safety, bio-hazard and chemical waste disposal practices


• Experience with general documentation practices and GMP compliance with data entry forms with specific attention to details.


• Knowledge of cGMP's and understand the pharmaceutical industry expectations.


• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, Access, Outlook)