Sr. Microbiologist

Skanttr Lifecience LLP (API MANUFACTURING)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation, sterilization, and qualification of culture media for microbial testing and environmental monitoring.
• Conduct routine microbiological analysis of purified water, raw materials, intermediates, and API samples as per pharmacopeial standards (IP/USP/EP).
• Perform environmental monitoring of controlled manufacturing and sampling areas, including viable and non-viable monitoring.
• Ensure microbiological compliance of utility systems (PW, WFI, clean steam) through scheduled testing and trending.
• Maintain all microbiological records, logs, and reports in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and audit readiness.
• Investigate microbiological deviations, OOS results, and support CAPA implementation.
• Operate and maintain microbiology lab instruments (e.g., autoclaves, LAF units, incubators) with proper calibration and qualification.
• Lead and train the microbiology team on contamination control, GMP hygiene practices, and microbiological techniques relevant to API manufacturing.

KEY SKILLS REQUIRED

• B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Microbiology
• 2-4 yrs experience as a microbiologist
• Proficient in lab equipment operation and maintenance
• Expertise in microbial limit test, sterility testing, endotoxin testing
• Strong documentation and data management skills

SALARY - Best in the industry as per candidate capabilities

JOB TYPE - Full time , permanent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• what is your current CTC ?
• what is your expected CTC ?
• Notice period ?

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microbiologist: 2 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person