Section Head - Microbiology Laboratory

Scistaff; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Scistaff in Durban seeks a Section Head - Microbiology Laboratory to lead day-to-day microbiology and MAT laboratory activities, ensuring cGMP compliance and product quality.

The role requires a BSc in Microbiology or Biochemistry (MSc/PhD advantageous), at least 5 years in an analytical/microbiology lab with 2 years in supervision, and familiarity with GLP/cGMP; experience with LIMS, SAP and Minitab is a plus.

Qualifications

• BSc in Microbiology or Biochemistry; MSc/PhD advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years analytical/microbiology lab experience, 2 in supervision.
• Understanding of GLP or cGMP.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational excellence in day-to-day Microbiological Sciences and MAT laboratory operations.
• Coordinate sampling, testing and reporting of results.
• Coordinate method development and validation of laboratory assays; maintain LIMS.

Skills

Supervisory experience

GLP

cGMP

MS Office

LIMS

SAP

Minitab

Education

BSc in Microbiology or Biochemistry

MSc or PhD advantageous

Tools

LIMS

SAP

Minitab

Job description

A manufacturer and supplier of diagnostic products is seeking a Section Head - Microbiology Laboratory to join their team in Durban. The purpose of the position is to ensure operational excellence and effective and efficient day-to-day Microbiological Sciences and Monocyte Activation Test (MAT) laboratory operations. Additionally, to ensure quality, safety and efficacy of products and utilities through routine and non-routine in-process, final product and environmental microbiological testing, in line with the company's operational objectives, cGMP and quality management system requirements. To monitor and coordinate sampling, testing, and reporting of results, coordinate and monitor method development and validation of the laboratories’ assays and lastly, maintenance and improvement of the LIMS, as applicable to the specific laboratories.

Key Requirements: BSc degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related field, an MSc or PhD would be advantageous. A minimum 5 years' analytical or microbiology laboratory experience of which 2 years' has been in a supervisory position. Must have an understanding of GLP or cGMP.

Additional Requirements: Computer literacy (MS Office) and experience using software such as LIMS, SAP, and Minitab is advantageous.

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