Our organization is seeking a highly skilled Microbiology Laboratory Specialist to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Ensure adherence to strict Environmental, Health and Safety guidelines within the laboratory.
2. Swiftly report any current or potential hazards to your supervisor.
3. The successful candidate will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times for the work being carried out. Appropriate controls such as fume hoods and ventilation must also be taken where required.
4. This role has the responsibility for reviewing all relevant Standard Operating Procedures/test methods, for any job task they may carry out and ensure they fully understand and adhere to the SOP/test method.
5. The Microbiology Laboratory Specialist must comply with global and regulatory requirements and execute current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and current good laboratory practices (cGLP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions.
6. cGLP must be maintained at all times, including during the practices of environmental sampling, waste control and chemical disposal. Aseptic techniques must be practiced at all times.
7. Responsible for environmental sampling throughout the laboratory.
8. Maintaining Laboratory housekeeping standards.
9. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out product testing using Microbiological Test Methods.
10. They must carry out sampling at process sample points and test product throughout the process to ensure no microbiological impact is identified.
11. The Micro Lab Technician will also be responsible for in-process testing.
12. This role will assist with collection and testing of extra samples throughout the process during trials of new product innovation.
Requirements:
* BSc in Microbiology or a related Scientific discipline.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Strong understanding of compliance and quality standards.
* Very good understanding of microbiological techniques & methods used.
* Excellent attention to detail & strong interpersonal skills.