Microbiologist

We are hiring a **QC Microbiologist** to handle routine microbiological testing and environmental monitoring at our manufacturing facility. The role ensures products, water, and the plant environment meet **GMP** and pharmacopoeial standards.

**Key Responsibilities**
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Micro Testing**: Perform **TAMC/TYMC**, pathogen testing, and microbial limits as per **IP/USP/BP**.
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Environmental Monitoring**: Settle/contact plates, swabs, LAF/area monitoring, compressed air/gas checks, and trend reporting.
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Water System Monitoring**: Routine microbiology of **PW/RO/soft** water; maintain logs and alert limits.
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Media & GPT**: Prepare culture media, do **Growth Promotion Tests**, maintain stock and sterility of media/plates.
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Instrument Handling**: Operate and maintain **autoclave, incubators, LAF/BSC, colony counter, pH meter**; calibration coordination.
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Documentation & GMP**: Record results with **ALCOA+** principles, prepare COAs, SOPs, and ensure audit readiness.
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Investigations**: Support **OOS/OOT**, deviations, CAPA, and change control.
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(If applicable)_ **AET/PET** and **LAL (endotoxin)** testing support.

**Requirements**:

- ** Education**:M.Sc. Microbiology/Biotechnology** (B.Sc. with strong experience can be considered).
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Experience**:2-5 years** in pharmaceutical QC Microbiology.
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Knowledge**: IP/USP/BP methods, GMP/GLP, EM programs, water microbiology, data integrity.
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Skills**: Good aseptic technique, accurate documentation, basic **Excel/LIMS**, clear communication, teamwork.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary + performance bonus
- Health & accidental insurance (self & family)
- Training on GMP, data integrity, and advanced micro methods
- Subsidised meals & company transport
- Professional, supportive work culture