We are hiring a Microbiology Manager for a leading biopharmaceutical company to lead their QC Microbiology team of 15+. You will drive regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a cGMP environment, ensuring reliable delivery of microbiological testing.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop the QC Microbiology team, managing workloads, training, and performance.
* Plan and coordinate lab schedules, resources, and projects to ensure efficient operations.
* Oversee investigations into OOS, OOT, OOE results, quality events, and change controls.
* Provide technical expertise in microbiological methods and support regulatory submissions and inspections.
* Maintain validated microbiological methods, monitor KPIs, and support audits to ensure GMP and EHS compliance.
1. Knowledge, Skills & Experience
* Hands-on experience in a cGMP-regulated microbiology lab (pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical).
* In-depth knowledge of microbiological testing methods, including sterility, EM, endotoxin, and bioburden.
* Proven experience managing and developing laboratory teams.
* Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills in a regulated environment.