Microbiologist

Primary responsibilities:

• Conduct the testing in accordance with ISO/BAM/Pharmacopeia/In-house methods.
• Assist Senior Microbiologist / Supervisor to plan, organize, and control the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, to manage all the technical functions in accordance with ISO 17025.

Specific responsibilities:

• Responsible for Microbiology Laboratory testing activities, such as performing testing on the bench.
• Ensure that all equipment is qualified and maintained at scheduled intervals according to the SOP.
• Report test failures to the Senior Microbiologist / Supervisor before proceeding further with the test.
• Assist the Senior Microbiologist / Supervisor in the failure investigation as instructed.
• Perform investigation and revert to the Supervisor / Technical Manager / Laboratory Manager ASAP.
• Assist Senior Microbiologist / Supervisor to conduct/co-ordinate and evaluate laboratory investigation.
• Make regular chemical and consumables inventory checks.
• Minimize waste and spillages during operations.
• Promote good housekeeping and a safe system of work.

• Degree in Microbiology or related field
• 1 year of quality assurance/management experience in food or pharmaceutical quality assurance activities will be an advantage
• Experience in a food or pharmaceutical environment will be an advantage

• Able to maintain the highest quality standard all the time.
• Able to maintain good turnaround time (TAT) and on-time delivery (OTD)
• Able to work independently and to coordinate several activities simultaneously
• Good communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Works well under pressure, challenges the status quo.
• Fluency in both written and verbal English
• Applies judgment and acts according to the SGS standards of ethics and integrity