Microbiologist

The Position

The Role

We are constantly expanding our market position with a future-oriented international business strategy. Therefore, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated person to strengthen our Quality team in Dubai, UAE Site- Acino Pharmaceuticals FZ LLC.

Your Opportunities

Main Tasks:

• Perform Microbiological analysis and related activities as per SOP’s followed in Microbiology laboratory.
• Conduct microbiological analysis independently as per the testing schedule or as an when assigned by In-charge of Microbiology or deputy.
• Participate in the qualification activities of lab equipment’s, water system and clean rooms.
• To Follow Good documentation practice to maintain accurate and precise data in an organized, legible, and consistent manner.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment as required by SOP and testing procedures.
• Able to handle microbial cultures and hazardous chemicals adequately and safely.
• Communicate to In-charge of Microbiology if deviation, out of specification results, out of trend results and anomalies found during the analysis and at the time of results observation.
• To Participate in an investigation of OOS results of microbiological analysis.
• Sampling and testing of water samples, compressed air, viable count monitoring samples, raw material, Packing material and finished product.
• Perform microbial limit test for raw material and finished product.
• Perform total viable count & specified microorganisms on purified water & potable water samples.
• Preparation of trends for water analysis, environmental monitoring and compressed air monitoring.
• Maintain microbial cultures as per sequential subculture procedure.
• Media preparation, sterilization and perform growth promotion test, media disposition.
• Maintain and update the stock record of media, microbial cultures, consumables.
• Participate in the internal audits and regulatory audits and ensure compliance to the corrective and preventive actions.
• To initiate change controls, deviations, CAPA’s etc or other quality system documents whenever required.
• Perform BET and Sterility testing of samples.
• To follow GxP practices, in premises with awareness of data integrity.
• To ensure safe work practices, availability and usage of recommended PPE during activity.
• Ensure compliance to EHS policy and its requirements.

Who You Are

Qualifications:

• Master’s in Microbiology
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience is preferred.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

We Are Acino

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind.

Join Acino, a dynamic and rapidly growing environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Note that only direct applications via our HR system (follow the link above) will be considered.