Quality Control Microbiology Analyst

About the Role

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a Quality Control Microbiology Analyst. In this role you will support laboratory operations within our new facility, contributing to lab and process establishment, and ensuring the highest standards of quality control.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory operations within the new laboratory facility on a shift basis (primarily extended days), timing subject to change depending on business needs
• Support laboratory operations including equipment qualification (PQ), documentation generation of SOPs, and work instructions
• Report and review laboratory data, support generation of batch data, and collate and analyse end of quarter and year reports for all raw data generated
• Maintain and release laboratory stock, order laboratory consumables where required
• Manage and ensure routine cleans of laboratory equipment are completed as per site procedures, and maintain laboratory housekeeping standards
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities in laboratory processes
• Actively participate in functional meetings and facilitate cross-functional meetings where required
• Participate in laboratory investigations and Root Cause Analysis activities
• Participate in internal and external audit and inspection activities
• Participate in SME development groups to improve technical expertise
• Perform supporting activities for general lab operations, execute tasks such as EM, method verifications, and execution of laboratory studies where required
• Support timely training completion and coaching of team members

Qualifications

Required

• A degree qualification in a relevant field with preference for background in Microbiology
• A minimum of 1-3 years' experience working in a relevant academic or industry field (Internships and student placements will be considered in lieu of experience)
• Familiarity with microbiological testing techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory systems (e.g. LIMS, E-logs, and electronic notebooks)

Preferred

• Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure
• Effective communicator and technical expertise in science, to be able to share and communicate that knowledge through training other analysts

Required Skills

Accountability, Biological Assessments, Chemicals Handling, Compound Management, GMP Compliance, Hemagglutination Assays, Inventory Management, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Safety, Meeting Facilitation, Microbiological Analysis, Microbiological Test, Microbiology, Microbiology Lab Techniques, Molecular Microbiology, Motivating Teams, Pipetting, Production Quality Control, QC Microbiology, Quality Control Management, Quality Standards, Recordkeeping

About Our Company

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs. We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.

What We're Looking For

If you are ready to:

• Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs
• Impact the future by driving one of the world's leading healthcare companies
• Inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology

Please apply today.

Employment Details

Employee Status: Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date: 02/25/2026

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