Microbiologist wanted at a leading Pharmaceutical Industry in Abu Dhbai, UAE . QC Microbiologist to join the Quality Control Department in a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This role is ideal for experienced microbiology professionals with a strong background in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environments, microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring that all pharmaceutical products, raw materials, manufacturing environments, and water systems meet stringent GMP, pharmacopeial, and regulatory microbiological standards.
Job Responsibilities
Microbiological Testing & Laboratory Analysis
- Perform microbiological testing of raw materials, in-process samples, finished pharmaceutical products, and packaging materials.
- Conduct routine and specialized microbiological assays including:
- Total Viable Count (TVC)
- Sterility Testing
- Bioburden Testing
- Endotoxin Testing / LAL / BET
- Microbial Limit Testing
- Perform microbial testing of primary packaging materials before use in production.
Environmental Monitoring
- Execute environmental monitoring of classified manufacturing and cleanroom areas in accordance with GMP/ISO standards.
- Carry out:
- Air Sampling
- Surface Monitoring
- Personnel Monitoring
- Settle Plate Monitoring
- Trend environmental monitoring data and identify deviations or contamination risks.
Water System Monitoring
- Conduct microbiological monitoring and testing of:
- Purified Water (PW)
- Water for Injection (WFI)
- Ensure compliance with USP/EP/BP pharmacopoeial microbiological specifications.
Laboratory Equipment & Media Management
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot microbiological laboratory equipment including:
- Autoclaves
- Incubators
- Laminar Air Flow Cabinets
- Colony Counters
- Air Samplers
- Prepare, sterilize, qualify, and verify microbiological media.
- Perform Growth Promotion Testing and media sterility verification.
Reference Culture Management
- Maintain and control reference microorganism cultures (ATCC/DSMZ strains) in compliance with SOPs and quality requirements.
Investigations & Compliance
- Investigate microbiological deviations including:
- OOS (Out-of-Specification)
- OOT (Out-of-Trend)
- Laboratory Deviations
- Prepare and support:
- CAPA Reports
- Deviation Reports
- Root Cause Analysis Documentation
Validation & Quality Support
- Support microbiology-related validation activities including:
- Cleaning Validation
- Process Validation
- Method Validation
- Equipment Qualification
- Assist in internal quality audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
Documentation & SOP Management
- Maintain complete and accurate GMP laboratory records and test reports.
- Ensure compliance with ALCOA+ Data Integrity Principles.
- Participate in drafting, reviewing, and updating SOPs related to microbiological procedures.
Additional Duties
- Support other Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities as assigned by management.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in:
- Microbiology
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Life Sciences
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on microbiology laboratory experience in a:
- GMP-regulated Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company
- Veterinary Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility
- Sterile Manufacturing Environment
- Proven experience in pharmaceutical microbiological QC operations.
Technical Skills & Competencies
- Strong working knowledge of USP / EP / BP microbiological methods
- Proficient in:
- Sterility Testing
- Microbial Enumeration
- Microbial Identification
- Endotoxin Testing (LAL/BET)
- Experience with environmental monitoring programs in cleanrooms / classified areas
- Thorough understanding of:
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- GDP (Good Documentation Practices)
- Data Integrity Requirements
- Pharmaceutical Quality Systems
- Experience in handling deviations, investigations, and CAPA systems.
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