Job Title: Senior Technical Specialist
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Microbiologist to join our team in Dublin. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a fast-paced project, developing your skills and knowledge of cutting-edge technologies.
This role involves allocating and assigning microbiology testing tasks, organising and coordinating routine day-to-day laboratory operations, and ensuring adherence to lab testing schedules, applying Lean Lab methodology.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Allocate and assign microbiology testing tasks
2. Organise, schedule and coordinate routine day-to-day laboratory operations
3. Liaise effectively with external groups to ensure laboratory support is available as required and testing timelines are met
4. Ensure adherence to lab testing schedules, applying Lean Lab methodology
5. Ensure testing/data review are supported and that results are available within lead times
6. Coach and mentor the Laboratory Team
Requirements:
1. Bachelor's Degree or higher preferred; ideally in Microbiology or a closely related discipline
2. Strong knowledge in microbiology related lab test methods e.g. Environmental Monitoring, Microbial Identifications, Bioburden testing, Endotoxin testing, Biological Indicator Testing, Absence of Contamination Testing (BacT), Growth Promotion/Sterility Testing
3. Experience with New Product Introduction and Microbiology Method Validation experience
4. Minimum of 8 years' experience in the Microbiology Pharmaceutical industry or a similar operating environment