Microbiology Technician

National Bioproducts Institute NPC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

National Bioproducts Institute NPC in Durban invites applications for a Microbiology Technician. The role focuses on environmental monitoring of the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including the aseptic filling suite, and supporting the Microbiological Sciences Department.

The successful candidate will work an 8 hour shift as rostered between 00:00 – 08:00, and must be prepared to work overtime, weekends and public holidays as needed. Reliable transport is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental monitoring of the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including the aseptic filling suite, and assist the Microbiological Sciences Department.
• To perform routine tasks to support the Microbiological Sciences Department.

Job description

Guided by its purpose to provide products for patients to alleviate pain and suffering and improve their quality of life, NBI’s vision is to be the leading African manufacturer and supplier of quality therapeutic proteins and diagnostic products.

National Bioproducts Institute NPC has a vacancy for the role of Microbiology Technician. The successful incumbent will be responsible for:

To perform environmental monitoring of the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including the aseptic filling suite, and to perform routine tasks to assist the Microbiological Sciences Department.

Specific Operational Requirements

• The successful candidate will be required to work an 8 hour shift as rostered between 00:00 – 08:00, Monday to Friday.
• Candidate must have access to reliable transport.
• May be required to work overtime to meet the business needs.
• Must be prepared to work shifts/weekends/public holidays when needed.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates.