Senior Microbiologist - Durban Verfied

Salary Negotiable Durban, Kwazulu-Natal Durban, Kwazulu-Natal more than 14 days ago 27-08-2014 1:43:08 PM
03-09-2014 1:43:08 PM
Description: A pharmaceutical manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Microbiologist. Key responsibilities will include: ensuring that the Microbiology Laboratories follow GMP while meeting stakeholder requirements; leadership and supervision of staff; performing any required administrative tasks in keeping with the smooth running of the department; ensuring that testing is performed in accordance to the Pharmacopoeia and Dossier and that all equipment in the laboratory are maintained to allow for the smooth operation of the Laboratories; performing test and method validations according to internal Microbiology Laboratory and in accordance to the Pharmacopoeia; material management, compliance with Safety, Health and Environment regulations and housekeeping; reviewing Microbiology procedures and update regularly; compiling procedures for new methods/instrumentation and ensuring that all staff are trained and all training records are up to date.

Requirements: A BSc Microbiology and Molecular Biology; 4-5 years’ experience in pharmaceutical microbiology and in molecular biology laboratories; 3-4 years’ experience in laboratory management; sound knowledge of GMP; sound knowledge of Aseptic Technique and sound knowledge of Root Cause Analysis are essential. Candidates must also be prepared to work outside of normal hours when necessary.

Competencies: Leadership; teamwork; analytical and critical thinking; planning and organising; attention to detail; quality awareness and technical/professional knowledge and proficiency.

Remuneration: Market related.

Closing date: 5th September 2014

*Only candidates that meet all the requirements should apply
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***Only candidates that are shortlisted will be contacted

Recruiter: SciStaff