Overview
Vantive Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
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Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients—that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Summary
The microbiology analyst completes all laboratory testing and monitoring of the Pack rooms, unclassified controlled areas, and relevant critical systems. They work as part of a team to ensure the required testing is performed following established practices and within the required time frames. They are expected to be able to perform all testing within the laboratory, including testing within the Chemistry lab.
Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (with flexibility where required).
Responsibilities
* The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
* Microbiological testing of water systems and drug products.
* Perform testing on samples from raw materials, In-Process, Release and stability.
* Book in and control of samples.
* Work with the team and QC Manager to organise work.
* Perform support activities required for the function of the laboratory.
* Environmental monitoring of unclassified production area pack rooms.
* Follow established procedures for performing activities in the laboratory.
* Follow Good Quality Control Laboratory Practices (GLP) at all times and ensure the work area is maintained in a clean and tidy state adhering to the 6S for the area.
* Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practice (GDP).
* Conduct laboratory investigations / exceptions / NCR / CAPA.
* Provide support for the QC Manager in any reasonable request relating to the laboratory operation.
* Proactively drive Continuous Improvements and Digital Transformation within the QC footprint.
* Provide support and training for others within the laboratory.
* Perform team member lab testing reviews.
* Perform periodic reviews of relevant SOPs for the area.
* Perform Validation Maintenance of the analytical methods used in the area.
* Collaborate with wider teams throughout the business to provide support as required.
Qualifications And Experience
* Continual Improvement driven / Change Agent personality essential.
* Technical knowledge and experience in a regulated pharmaceutical microbiology laboratory environment.
* Analytical weighing
* Sample dilutions
* Aseptic technique
* Pipetting technique
* Plate reading
* Use of the Vitek
* Ability to react to unexpected situations
* Technical ability to troubleshoot
* Understanding GMP requirements and Regulators’ Expectations
* Being part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced laboratory environment
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; proactive approach to work
Benefits
* Competitive total compensation package
* Professional development opportunities
* High importance placed on work-life balance
* Commitment to growing and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce
Other information
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Additional details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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