Senior Microbiologist

Job Title: Senior Microbiologist

Location: Indiranagar, Bangalore

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: 5- 10years

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Operations and Experiments:

- Prepare study protocols aligned with study requirements, applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and regulatory guidelines.

- Conduct experiments in the laboratory according to established protocols and guidelines.

- Ensure the receiving and processing of materials adheres to SOPs.

- Isolate or maintain microbial cultures relevant to oral health studies.

- Perform microbial sampling as per defined protocols, including analysis for germ protection in clinical trials.

- Oversee daily equipment maintenance in each section of the laboratory.

- Maintain adequate stock of materials to prevent workflow disruptions.

- Ensure cleanliness and carry out disinfection procedures in accordance with applicable SOPs.

Quality Control and Reporting:

- Report results as per the objectives defined in the protocol and aligned with applicable SOPs.

- Maintain accurate logbooks as required by the documentation system.

- Perform tests for internal quality control and promptly report any deviations from expected results to the Laboratory Director, taking corrective action as necessary.

- Maintain all related documentation in an organized manner.

Team Leadership and Development:

- Guide, supervise, and train junior staff to maintain the quality of technical work in the section.

- Continuously update knowledge and skills in the field, and facilitate training for the team.

- Demonstrate professional conduct when interacting with patients, laboratory personnel, healthcare professionals, and the public.

Project Management and Coordination:

- Develop project plans or follow guidelines provided by professional staff members to outline research procedures.

- Schedule projects considering various methods, resource availability, and personnel assigned.

- Coordinate with different functional teams to ensure timely completion of projects, including collaboration with laboratory personnel, healthcare professionals, and external stakeholders.

- Fulfill any additional duties assigned by the Laboratory Director.

Qualification

- Master's degree or PhD in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field; specialization in clinical or medical microbiology preferred.

- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a clinical research or microbiology laboratory, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

- Proven experience with microbial cultures, sampling, and analysis in research settings, ideally related to infectious diseases or oral health.

- Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ICH-GCP, GLP, and SOPs for clinical trials.

- Experience in preparing microbiology sections for regulatory submissions is a plus.

Skills and Competencies

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in experimental design and data interpretation.

- Excellent leadership and communication skills for team supervision and cross-functional coordination.

- Proficiency in laboratory equipment handling, quality control processes, and documentation systems.

- Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment.

- Commitment to professional development and staying current with advancements in microbiology.