QC MICROBIOLOGIST

Desired Skills: sterility testing,bioburden,endotoxin,autoclave,environmental,utilities testing,gamma irradiation.

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Microbiologist for a leading multi-national Pharma client based in Cork.

This is a contract position.

Role:

The QC Microbiologist ensures that all microbiological and sterility testing associated with API testing is performed in accordance with all appropriate procedures and specifications. Quality Control (Microbiology) is not confined to laboratory operations but is involved in all aspects which may concern the microbial quality of the product, such as process validation, cleaning validation, method validation/transfer, environmental monitoring, critical site utilities & services, aseptic manufacture.

Responsibillities:

• Supports QC Micro Team leader on day-to-day testing operations.
• Performs Data and QC Investigations review and approval.
• Reviews Specifications and plans for associated LIMS scheduling.
• Reviews and approves Nonconformances, CAPA’s and Change Control records.
• Plans and oversees lab related projects, i.e., Method transfer and optimisation, Equipment Qualification etc.
• Proactively identifies and drives lab process improvements.
• Trains laboratory team on specific microbiological technology.
• Provides superior technical support on specific microbiological technology.
• Supports lean initiatives in lab operations, i.e. standard work, level loading, test method execution, documentation updates and equipment qualification etc.
• Presents technical analytical data clearly and concisely data to customers, i.e., internal investigations and regulatory inspectors.
• Writes, reviews and approves technical documents e.g. protocols, APRs, specifications, filing documents.
• Keeps abreast of microbiological technology and compliance trends.
• In conjunction with the QC Micro Team Leader, identify, record and resolve any microbiology related product Quality Issues.
• Liaise with other departments in developing & maintaining the site environmental monitoring and critical utilities programmes.

• Support the Aseptic Manufacturing facility including but not limited to routine manufacturing operations, isolator operations, autoclave operations, gamma irradiation, CIP (Clean In Place) and SIP (Steam In Place).

Requirements:

• At a minimum a Primary degree in a Microbiology/Science discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience within the Pharmaceutical Industry or relevant experience as a Microbiologist.
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of industry regulations including those of FDA, HPRA, EMEA and other authorities applicable to pharmaceuticals and aseptic products.
• Experience of managing project groups or leading teams.
• Experience with Microbiological technologies and methods.
• Expert in a wide variety of analytical techniques including but not limited to sterility testing, bioburden and endotoxin techniques, autoclave, environmental and utilities testing, and gamma irradiation.
• Knowledgeable of FDA/EMEA regulatory requirements · Skilled in the use of problem-solving tools/techniques.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, or alternatively send an up to date CV to niamh.mcdonald@peglobal.net

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***