Title: QC Microbiology Analyst 
Location: Dublin

One of our leading Biopharmaceutical clients is looking for a QC Microbiology Specialist to join the team on their state of the art facility in Dublin. This role reports to the QC Microbiology Manager and will join a highly motivated Product Testing team to perform analysis on utility samples, raw materials, drug substance and drug product. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your microbiology skills in a biopharmaceutical environment in a team where your professional development is constantly considered.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performing bioburden testing on utility samples, drug substance and raw materials within the required hold times.

• Performing bacterial endotoxin testing on utility samples, drug substance and drug product within the required hold times.

• Carrying out the Minute Mouse Virus (MMV) by PCR and quantitative PCR (qPCR) testing of in-process samples.

• Perform compendial verification, method transfer/validation, and routine testing of in-process, drug substance and drug product samples in accordance with applicable procedures and cGMP requirements.

• Performing growth promotion testing of media and organism lots entering the laboratory.

• Performing microbial identifications using MALDI-TOF and MicroSEQ.

• Completing all laboratory documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

• Compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and Registered Specifications.

• Assisting in authoring and reviewing documentation, including SOPs.

• Providing support to other departments to ensure qualification and production schedules are adhered to.

• Reviewing Batch paperwork, and reconciliation of analysis performed in the laboratory.

• Ensuring that any alert/action limit excursions are investigated according to site procedures.

• Ensuring a high standard of housekeeping and safety is maintained in the laboratory.

• Performing any other activities as indicated by the Microbiology Manager.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 8 BSc in Microbiology, or Science with an emphasis on Microbiology content throughout the course of your studies.

• 2 years’ experience in a laboratory environment subject to GLP.

• Experience performing Microbiology testing post-graduation, in an industry setting. Either PCR, Bioburden or Endotoxin testing.

Non EEA/EU candidates must hold a Stamp 4 Visa to be considered for this role.
Apply today or send your CV to Elizabeth.Brady@forcerecruitment.com for more information about this fantastic opportunity.