Pharmaceutical Microbiologist

Placements24; Soweto; Vor Ort; ZAR 420.000 - 560.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Pharmaceutical Microbiologist for its Quality Control team in Soweto, Gauteng. You will perform microbiological testing on materials and products, ensure GMP/GLP compliance, and maintain meticulous records.

Ideal candidates hold a BSc in microbiology or related life sciences with 3+ years of pharma microbiology experience and familiarity with pharmacopoeial standards.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in microbiology or related life sciences.
• Minimum 3 years in pharmaceutical microbiology or industrial microbiology.
• Hands-on aseptic techniques and microbiological testing methods.
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP and pharmacopoeial standards (USP/BP/EP).
• Experience with environmental monitoring and microbial identification.

Aufgaben

• Perform microbiological tests on raw materials, in-process and finished products.
• Conduct identification, enumeration, sterility testing per pharmacopoeial methods; maintain records.
• Ensure GMP/GLP compliance and maintain laboratory logs and data integrity.
• Prepare media, reagents, and culture stocks; operate lab equipment.
• Investigate OOS and OOT results and participate in method validation.

Kenntnisse

Microbiology

Aseptic technique

GMP/GLP

Environmental monitoring

OOS/OOT investigations

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Pharmacy

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking a skilled Pharmaceutical Microbiologist to join their Quality Control department in **Soweto, Gauteng**. This role is critical for ensuring the microbial purity and safety of pharmaceutical products. You will be responsible for performing various microbiological tests, maintaining laboratory standards, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in microbiology, familiarity with pharmaceutical testing environments, and meticulous attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to public health by ensuring the quality of essential medicines within a respected organization in **Soweto, Gauteng**.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a range of microbiological tests on raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental monitoring samples.
• Conduct microbial identification, enumeration, and sterility testing according to pharmacopoeial methods (e.g., USP, BP, EP) and internal procedures.
• Maintain detailed and accurate laboratory records, including test results, observations, and equipment logs.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) within the microbiology laboratory.
• Prepare media, reagents, and culture stocks required for microbiological testing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including incubators, autoclaves, biosafety cabinets, and microscopes.
• Investigate Out-of-Specification (OOS) and Out-of-Trend (OOT) results, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Participate in method validation and verification activities for microbiological tests.
• Adhere to strict safety protocols for handling potentially hazardous biological materials.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of laboratory processes and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical microbiology or a related industrial microbiology setting.
• Hands-on experience with aseptic techniques and various microbiological testing methods.
• Knowledge of GMP/GLP requirements relevant to pharmaceutical quality control.
• Familiarity with pharmacopoeial standards (USP, BP, EP) and their microbiological chapters.
• Experience with environmental monitoring and microbial identification techniques.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Good organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience working in **Soweto, Gauteng** or the surrounding area is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and provident fund benefits.
• The company provides opportunities for professional development and training in the latest microbiological techniques and regulatory expectations.
• Join a dedicated team focused on ensuring the safety and quality of pharmaceutical products in **Soweto, Gauteng**.