Microbiologist I

Pharma Services Group (PSG) - Singapore, SG
The Microbiologist I position is an integral member of the Quality Control (Microbiology) team.

In this role you will perform work required to ensure product quality is maintained at standards set forth by the Pharma Services Group (PSG), part of Thermo Fisher Scientific's Quality System and mandated by regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities include utilities/cleanroom monitoring, completing incoming, in-process, and final release testing of various products manufactured or received by PSG, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific.

• Key Responsibilities:
• To perform quality control microbiological testing of raw materials, incoming goods, intermediates, and/or finished products under cGMP conditions for QC release or as part of stability studies
• To perform monitoring for facility's utilities systems
• To support equipment qualification
• To perform and coordinate calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• To support aseptic process simulations
• To support method transfer/verification/validation for new product introduction
• To perform periodic reviews for laboratory documents
• To lead microbiological inventory for required for testing
• To maintain the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of laboratory data
• To maintain individual's training records
• To participate in continuous improvement activities
• To optimally communicate on site and internationally
• To ensure cGMP is applied and adhered to in their area of work
• To work with HSE, cGMP and always maintain a 5S approach
• To carry out any other tasks required by reporting Manager
• To support shift work (when required)
• EH&S:
• Understand emergency procedures and follow safe systems of work.
• Ensure compliance with environment, health and safety and security policies and procedures, rules, signage and instructions at all times
• Ensure timely reporting and investigation of all accidents, near misses and breaches of rules
• Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
• Degree in Microbiology, Biology or strongly related scientific field with minimum 2 years of laboratory experience
• Experience in microbiological techniques such as bioburden testing, endotoxin testing, environmental monitoring, growth promotion testing, and identification of microorganisms.
• Basic proficiencies in digital literacy such as Microsoft Words, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge in FDA/EMA/HSA/Global regulatory requirements applicable to microbiology and environmental monitoring in biologics.
• Ability to work independently and follow critical timelines
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Effective interpersonal skills at all internal and external levels.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good time management and project management skills

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