Senior Microbiologist

**Job Number**
- 67214

**Job Type**
- Permanent

**Job Title**
- Senior Microbiologist

**Computer Skills**
- HACCP,GLP,GMP,QMS,ISO 17025

**Industry**
- Pharmaceutical

**City**
- Ekurhuleni (East Rand)

**Province**
- Gauteng
- Senior Microbiologist, Quality Control Department.- Reporting directly to the Section Head, Microbiology.- OBJECTIVE: To perform compositing of samples, method validation, routine QC Microbiological analyses on incoming raw materials, in-process samples, customer complaints and Finished Products in the QC Microbiology laboratory- MAIN DUTIES:
- Perform QC Microbiological testing and recording of results for incoming raw materials, in -process liquid and powder samples; water samples and Infant formula finished product packs in accordance with standard methods and work instructions- Maintain current Good Microbiological Laboratory Practice in all operations in the Microbiological laboratory in accordance with accepted Microbiological standards.- Ensure daily reporting of problems to the section head.- Ensure daily review of workflow and highlighting Out of Specification issues to Section Head as and when they occur.- Perform verification and / or validation of all Equipment on a routine basis to ensure in good working order.- Maintain Microbiological environmental programme using Macro and Micro swabbing, grab samples. Testing of all environmental samples.- Accurate and timeous completion of the relevant test reports- Participate in Proficiency testing with NLA- Contribute to the development of microbiology methods- Draft and review Standard operating procedures for microbiology methods- Conduct exercises to validate methods according to ISO 17025- Train students on the implementation of microbiological methods according to Standard operating procedures- Contribute to the organization of the laboratory to achieve compliance with ISO 17025 and the relevant safety requirements-
**Inherent Requirements**
- SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Grade 12(Matric) with Mathematics and Science- National Diploma or Degree in Microbiology or Biotechnology- 4 years’ experience in a Food or Pharmaceutical QC Microbiology laboratory- Knowledge of Pathogenic testing (Salmonella, Staph-aureus, B. Cereus and Cronobacter)- Infant Formula Product knowledge would be an advantage- Knowledge of Aseptic techniques- Good interpersonal and communication, report writing and problem-solving skills.- Technical Signatory for ISO 17025 is a must-
- knowledge of equipment verification/calibration (autoclave, pH meter, balances, LFU’s etc)- Good understanding of GLP, GMP, HACCP and the QMS- MUST be prepared to work overtime (scheduled/unscheduled) outside normal hours - Saturday work is required on a rotational basis. Shift work will also be required- Must be willing to be a stand in for the Section Head.- Key Behavioral Dimensions and skills:
- Pro-active and energetic with a high level of attention to detail/accuracy- Adherence to Standard Operation Procedures, Safety and Good Laboratory Practice requirements in the laboratory and related environments- Organizational commitment and integrity- Good planning and organizing skills- Good verbal and written communication- Good time management skills- Good interpersonal skills- Ability to work as a team- Flexibility is compulsory**What Qualification**
- Microbiology or Biotechnology

**Minimum Qualification**
- Diploma

**Status**
- Available