Senior Pharmaceutical Microbiologist-GMP/QA Lead (Relocation)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Microbiologist in Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead microbiological testing across materials, processes, products and environmental samples, ensuring GMP/GLP compliance.

The role covers method development, validation, and regulatory alignment, while guiding junior staff. The ideal candidate has a strong background in microbiology, regulatory standards, and lab management, with a track record in quality investigations and environmental

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, or related life science.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in microbiological testing in pharma/biotech.
• In-depth knowledge of microbial identification, microbial limits, sterility, endotoxin testing (LAL), and environmental monitoring.
• Strong GMP/regulatory understanding for microbiology.
• Experience with method validation and OOS investigations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret microbiological tests on materials, in-process samples, finished products, and environmental samples.
• Develop, validate, and implement microbiological methods per regulatory standards.
• Ensure GMP/GLP compliance and adherence to regulatory guidelines (USP, EP, FDA, SAHPRA).
• Investigate OOS/OOT results, perform root cause analysis, and implement CAPAs.
• Manage microbiology lab operations including equipment QC and inventory.
• Provide training to junior staff and collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, and R&D.

Skills

Microbiology

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Regulatory compliance

LIMS

Education

Master's or PhD in Microbiology

Tools

LIMS

Environmental monitoring equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Microbiologist in Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead microbiological testing across materials, processes, products and environmental samples, ensuring GMP/GLP compliance.

The role covers method development, validation, and regulatory alignment, while guiding junior staff. The ideal candidate has a strong background in microbiology, regulatory standards, and lab management, with a track record in quality investigations and environmental