Microbiology Analyst

Microbiology Analyst

Eurofins

Dunboyne, Ireland

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to work in a cross functional team to support the Microbiology Quality Control testing function, ensuring compliance with cGMP.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Conducting microbiology analysis including bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, microbial identification, Biological Indicator testing, BacT/ALERT testing, sterility checks, and growth promotion of media as required.
• Carry out environmental monitoring including viable and non-viable particulate monitoring and water and gas system monitoring in cleanroom areas in the manufacturing facility.
• Reading of test plates, data review, trending.
• Performance of laboratory sampling and testing.
• Provide support and subject matter expert knowledge in investigations associated with deviations.
• Provide assistance to other members of staff where required.
• To work on own initiative and be capable of developing solutions to problems as part of a team.
• To participate in the preparation of protocols and reports.
• To document data as dictated by current client policies and procedures.
• Meet with the client project team lead daily and provide updates.
• Ensure that the customer gets the best possible service by continually reviewing best practice in relation to both commercial and quality issues and ensuring 100% ethical work standards and GMP compliance.
• To revise SOPs as required by the Lead Analyst or client representative.
• To review analytical data for GMP compliance.
• Demonstrate problem solving in delivering process and analytical understanding.
• Good understanding of requirements for working in a GMP environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in Microbiology or a related discipline is required with a minimum of 1 years’ within a pharmaceutical regulatory environment.
• Ability to work independently and meeting established timelines.
• Academic and or practical EM experience is a requirement for this role.
• Knowledge of cGMPs.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Customer focus; takes personal responsibility for speed; quality and accuracy of delivery.
• Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure.
• Successful track record in achieving goals as part of a team within a growing, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to support a growing organisation.
• Good understanding of requirements for working in a GMP environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new processes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and to form strong working relationships with colleagues.
• Ability to work in a lab environment with some supervision and be capable of developing solutions to problems as part of a team.
• Willing to operate in a flexible manner and able to reuse both internal and external experiences and incorporate them into relevant improvements. Ability to switch priorities at short notice is desired.
• Good team player, organised, accurate, have strong documentation skills.
• Passionate about quality and customer service.